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3232Tech staffing giant launches new office in the heart of Chicagohttps://mylocalnews.us/community/employment-opportunities/tech-staffing-giant-launches-new-office-in-the-heart-of-chicago/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tech-staffing-giant-launches-new-office-in-the-heart-of-chicago
https://mylocalnews.us/community/employment-opportunities/tech-staffing-giant-launches-new-office-in-the-heart-of-chicago/#respondWed, 15 Jan 2020 02:59:01 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=30107Niche technology staffing firm Frank Recruitment Group has announced the opening of its newest office in Chicago next week, creating a number of career opportunities for locals.

The company, which began life in England in 2006, has undergone a period of rapid expansion in recent years, with the boom in cloud technology playing a big part. The new $2m office in Chicago is the latest move in its domination of the US tech recruitment market.

A division of Tenth Revolution Group, the world’s leading experts in cloud talent solutions, Frank Recruitment Group has enjoyed significant growth by creating and delivering highly sought-after professionals in some of the industry’s most skills-scarce ecosystems.

“It’s a long term commitment to the area,” said Frank Recruitment Group’s President, Zoë Morris. “The growth in the IT sector in Chicago has been phenomenal for a long time now, and with more and more large enterprises seeing this as a viable place to operate from, the demand for digital talent is only going to grow.”

Chicago has seen its IT workforce expand rapidly over the last decade, with an 8% rise each year since 2017. It’s also benefitted from a huge increase in graduates looking for work in the sector, with the number of tech degrees also increasing by 39% between 2012 and 2017.

“The city’s tech footprint has grown solidly over the last decade,” said Head of Americas Ian Clark. “There’s momentum here, and you can see why—it’s a wonderful and affordable place to live. That makes it a dream for employers, as retention rates are better here compared to the rest of the country. People stay here!”

Cybersecurity alone is expected to account for up to 200,000 new jobs in the city in the next year. Google has moved its cyber HQ to Chicago, and several big names such as Salesforce and G2 have joined them in setting up bases.

“The digital boom is great news for everyone in Chicago as any new tech hub sees a knock-on effect in the wider job market,” added Morris. “That IT workforce needs to be serviced, and we’ll be offering over 80 people the opportunity to build a fantastic career in recruitment and help us find great jobs for the area’s tech professionals.”

Frank Recruitment Group will initially launch its Jefferson Frank, Nigel Frank, and Mason Frank brands, which recruit specifically for AWS and Microsoft cloud specialists, as well as the world’s very best Salesforce professionals.

The Chicago office will be based on 550 West Van Buren Street and opens January 20.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/employment-opportunities/tech-staffing-giant-launches-new-office-in-the-heart-of-chicago/feed/0David Newstone Joins Esperança Board of Directorshttps://mylocalnews.us/community/david-newstone-joins-esperanca-board-of-directors/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=david-newstone-joins-esperanca-board-of-directors
https://mylocalnews.us/community/david-newstone-joins-esperanca-board-of-directors/#respondWed, 02 Oct 2019 13:02:25 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=29784Esperança, a Phoenix-based nonprofit whose mission is to improve health and restore hope both locally and globally, has elected David Newstone to its Board of Directors.

Newstone is a Phoenix-based public interest attorney devoted to increasing access to justice for low-income and underserved Arizonans through public legal education, civil litigation, and legislative and administrative agency advocacy. He will bring his passion and expertise in human rights law and policy to the board.

He holds graduate degrees in law and political science from McGill University, the University of California, Santa Cruz and the University of Chicago.

“David’s knowledge and expertise in working with some of our most vulnerable populations make him a valuable addition to our Board of Directors,” said Jeri Royce, president/CEO of Esperança.

About Esperança

Since 1970, Esperança, an Arizona-based global health nonprofit organization, has been transforming lives on a local and global level. Its Phoenix-based program is uniquely positioned as the leader in providing health education and resources to Maricopa County’s most at-risk and under-served youth, adults, and seniors through programs such as oral health, chronic disease prevention and management, nutrition, and parent ambassador training.

Further, the organization works within some of the poorest communities in the world, including Nicaragua, Bolivia, Peru, Mozambique and Ecuador, by coordinating volunteer surgical missions, ecological housing, disease prevention and education, food security and access to clean water.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/david-newstone-joins-esperanca-board-of-directors/feed/0Silvia Alvarez to Serve on Esperança Board of Directorshttps://mylocalnews.us/community/silvia-alvarez-to-serve-on-esperanca-board-of-directors/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=silvia-alvarez-to-serve-on-esperanca-board-of-directors
https://mylocalnews.us/community/silvia-alvarez-to-serve-on-esperanca-board-of-directors/#respondWed, 02 Oct 2019 12:59:38 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=29790Esperança, a Phoenix-based nonprofit whose mission is to improve health and restore hope both locally and globally, has elected Silvia Alvarez to serve on its Board of Directors.

Alvarez is a seasoned communications professional with more than 20 years of experience that spans media relations, brand management, crisis communications, strategic messaging and positioning. She earned her Bachelor of Arts from Colgate University and a Master of Arts from Middlebury College.

“Silvia brings to Esperança not only a deep understanding of communications and marketing, but a passion for the work that we are doing domestically and internationally,” said Jeri Royce, President & CEO of Esperança. “As our organization continues to expand, we welcome the diversity of thought that community leaders like Silvia will bring to our organization.”

Currently, Alvarez serves as the Senior Vice President, Director of Corporate Communications for First Horizon National Corporation, based in Memphis, TN. She oversees external communications, reputation management, corporate social responsibility, corporate giving, fixed income and wealth management subsidiaries across the Southeast U.S.

Previously, Alvarez served as the Vice President of Marketing and Communications for New York Law School where she managed a team of marketing and digital professionals. During her time in this position, she successfully expanded the school’s digital footprint.

Her communications experience includes work as the Acting Associate Commissioner of Marketing & Communications for the New York City Department of Consumer Affairs, Director of Multicultural and Charitable Communications for Major League Baseball, and serving as a consultant for public relations agencies, executing consumer product launches for brands such as SAP, Goya Foods and Absolut Vodka.

Alvarez also has a successful track record of working with senior executives, which includes having served as a strategic communications counselor and spokesperson for campaigns and government offices of U.S. Senator Corey A. Booker and New York City Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg.

About Esperança

Since 1970, Esperança, an Arizona-based global health nonprofit organization, has transforming lives on a local and global level. Its Phoenix-based program is uniquely positioned as the leader in providing health education and resources to Maricopa County’s most at-risk and under-served youth and adults through programs such as oral health, chronic disease prevention and management, nutrition, and parent ambassador training. Further, the organization works within some of the poorest communities in the world, including Nicaragua, Bolivia, Peru, Mozambique and Ecuador, by coordinating volunteer surgical missions, ecological housing, disease prevention and education, food security and access to clean water. For more information, please visit: www.esperanca.org.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/silvia-alvarez-to-serve-on-esperanca-board-of-directors/feed/0Staffing firm, named top company for women, opens new US officehttps://mylocalnews.us/community/employment-opportunities/staffing-firm-named-top-company-for-women-opens-new-us-office/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=staffing-firm-named-top-company-for-women-opens-new-us-office
https://mylocalnews.us/community/employment-opportunities/staffing-firm-named-top-company-for-women-opens-new-us-office/#respondSat, 28 Sep 2019 00:33:46 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=29779Niche tech staffing firm Frank Recruitment Group has added a another staffing award to its trophy cabinet, topping a list of Best Companies for Women 2019. The honor was the result of a global survey by US business journal DataBird, which aimed to give information to employers on how they could best support their workforce.

It’s the latest in a string of awards for the company, which started life in Newcastle upon Tyne in 2006. Since then, it has grown from an office of three people into a global industry leader employing almost 2,000 employees around the world.

Its growth has been so rapid that news of its most recent win was followed swiftly by the announcement of Frank Recruitment Group’s latest office opening. Based in Charlotte, North Carolina, the new hub will become the company’s tenth base in the United States, and 21st in total around the world.

Cloud growth drives demand

The North Carolinian city has established itself as a vital part of the North American technology industry. Big employers such as PayPal and Lowes have set up hubs in Charlotte recently, taking advantage of its growing tech workforce: the number of IT professionals in the city has increased by 40% in the last five years.

“This is a long-term commitment to the area,” said James-Lloyd Townshend, Chairman and CEO of Frank Recruitment Group. “We’ve invested over $1m on infrastructure to be here, and we plan to recruit workers from the local talent pool, offering highly motivated individuals the chance of a fantastic career in sales with incredible opportunities in front of them.”

The Charlotte office will initially operate two brands to meet the demand for cloud specialists, creating up to 90 new jobs in the area. Nigel Frank International will work on recruitment for Azure professionals, with Jefferson Frank covering the Amazon Web Services (AWS) market.

Company continues US growth

The cloud market in the US has seen a significant expansion in recent years, with technology experts predicting it to grow three times faster than any other IT service between now and 2022. It’s forecast to increase by 17.5% this year alone, as companies look to make more of their processes and business data by utilizing cloud services.

With this rise in mind, Frank Recruitment Group expects to increase its presence across the Atlantic beyond its current total of 10 offices in the United States. For now though, the firm is keen to get to work in the vibrant capital of the East Coast state.

“We’ve already worked with over 3,000 clients in North Carolina without having a permanent base here,” said Vice President Paden Simmons, who will be leading the Charlotte office. “We’re excited to be able to engage with existing and future customers even further.”

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/employment-opportunities/staffing-firm-named-top-company-for-women-opens-new-us-office/feed/0Facebook’s Smart Glasses may Replace Phoneshttps://mylocalnews.us/community/education/facebooks-smart-glasses-may-replace-phones/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=facebooks-smart-glasses-may-replace-phones
https://mylocalnews.us/community/education/facebooks-smart-glasses-may-replace-phones/#respondFri, 27 Sep 2019 23:39:36 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=29775According to reports by CNBC, Facebook has a super-secret project in the pipeline. Codenamed “Orion” the social media giant has started work on developing augmented reality glasses that are expected to feature a graphic display allowing users to see out of the corners of their eyes, take calls, live stream their positions and more.

Facebook has partnered with Ray-ban’s parent company Luxottica to give the smart glasses a cool frame that will be appealing to the wearer. Luxottica had partnered with Google in 2014 to design, develop and distribute Google Glass. Did you experiment with a pair of Google Glass? Well, if you did you must know how significant it becomes to have lag-free connectivity with minimum downtime, as it is with Cox bundles, in order to fully experience such high-tech futuristic gadgets.

Reportedly the social media giant has been developing its AR glasses at the Facebook Reality Labs in Redmond, Washington, for the last couple of years. However, it’s not all smooth sailing for Facebook as it ran into a few developmental problems forcing the company to seek help from Luxottica in a bid to make the upcoming smart glasses aesthetically pleasing for the wearer. Facebook is hopeful they’ll be ready for consumers by 2023, 2024 or 2025, though the social media behemoth hasn’t said anything about it yet.

It may be mentioned, Google has also worked with Luxottica on their Glass to enter the world of fashion eyewear but it didn’t work out for the search engine giant. Several reasons were cited for the failure. While it was a great idea, Google Glass’ design somehow looked awkward and unappealing. Not only that, it had safety and health concerns such as not everyone was comfortable with the idea of wearing a gadget constantly emitting carcinogenic radiation so close to the head. While your iPhone or a Samsung Galaxy also emit harmful radiation, they’re not constantly in contact with your face. Another big issue was the built-in camera, which raised privacy and piracy concerns as Google Glass could be recording (making footage of anyone in front) or taking a photo at any time. Moreover, because of its price, it was unsafe wearing it in a crowd or a dark alley.

It didn’t stop there. There wasn’t much progress in the two years following its release and you may recall wearers of Google Glass were called “Explorers”. People began to wonder whether Google Glass was a finished product or still in the prototype stage. Even attempts to market the product failed miserably due to poor development and execution.

To make it worse, it would stop working sometimes during firmware updates while the occasional jumpiness and sluggishness of apps and menus would become frustrating at times.

There are others in the market too like Snapchat’s parent company Snap, with its Spectacles; Florida startup Magic Leap’s Magic Leap One AR glasses; Microsoft, which makes the HoloLens 2 headset; while Apple is also said to be working on a similar product. The problem is none of such devices has appealed to the public so far as they are too bulky on the head.

Let’ see what the company designs for Facebook’s smart glasses as we don’t know what the aesthetic appeal of the frame will be and if it would be as in the case of Google Glass, which people didn’t really take to.

Another feature of Facebook’s smart glasses will allow wearers to control the glasses with a voice assistant along with a ring to input information. It may be mentioned here Focals, the smart glasses by North, which are available now, also come with a controller worn on the finger.

Although hundreds of employees are on the smart glasses project in Redmond, just like Google did with its own Glass device, Facebook is also said to be struggling with reducing the size so consumers will want to buy the device with a long battery life, which will last all day without charging.

Until this venture, smart glasses manufacturers have created a gadget to work alongside a smartphone via Bluetooth connectivity. However, if Facebook thinks it can remove the phone altogether the glasses will have to have their own power source and a more powerful processor.

Rumors also abound that Apple is working on AR smart glasses but as an accessory for the iPhone, not to replace it. Apparently Apple’s latest iOS 13 iPhone software will have code to connect to the AR wearable gadget powered by the iPhone.

Conclusion

Given the timeframe and despite Facebook’s push for standalone eyewear that will offer both processing and connectivity, there may be delays. Just the fact Facebook is struggling with the size of the device to make it more appealing to the user, there’s no guarantee the glasses will be completed on time or ever ship.

What do you think? Leave us with your comments below.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/education/facebooks-smart-glasses-may-replace-phones/feed/04th Annual Noche En Blancohttps://mylocalnews.us/community/4th-annual-noche-en-blanco/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=4th-annual-noche-en-blanco
https://mylocalnews.us/community/4th-annual-noche-en-blanco/#respondSat, 14 Sep 2019 01:04:00 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=29712The Hance Park Conservancy is excited to announce the fourth annual “Noche en Blanco” event in Hance Park (116 E. Moreland St. in Phoenix, AZ, 85004) on Saturday, October 26th from 5 to 10 p.m. Noche en Blanco will be a night of community fun where all guests arrive dressed in all white creative cocktail attire, enjoy live entertainment and dance under the stars. At the end of the night, the event will culminate with the highly anticipated grand carnivale parade with opportunities to dance and take photos with the samba dancers.

The night was inspired by a similar “dinner in white” that started in Paris 30 years ago. The elegant event will feature long rows of tables draped in white with strings of lights and stars overhead. There will also be live entertainment and dancing.

One hundred percent of the proceeds from the event will benefit the Hance Park Conservancy, a nonprofit dedicated to the future of Hance Park. The organization has been instrumental in developing the Hance Park Master Plan, which was adopted by the City of Phoenix in 2014. They are actively raising funds to help make this plan a reality.

Guests may purchase a table to decorate for the event and are encouraged to pre-order a gourmet picnic for two and bottles of wine from the ticket page. Wine may also be purchased from the bar during the event. Local vendors will include Huss Brewing, Actions Wine and Conceptually Social. For more information and to purchase tickets to the event, visit hanceparkconservancy.org.

Both players and spectators can enjoy tacos, snacks, beer and wine as they cheer or jeer the tech competitors on and play VR games! Those interested in watching the tournament can purchase tickets for $25 and tech companies can register a team of up to three players for $60. Team registrations and spectator tickets include food, wine, water, soda and coffee. To sign-up, visit https://bit.ly/2mgrSot

Profits from the event will benefit Axosoft’s #ItWasNeverADress scholarship fund, which supports women who are interested in learning new technical skills and leveling-up their careers.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/axosmash-smash-bros-ultimate-tournament/feed/0October Maricopa County Home and Garden Showhttps://mylocalnews.us/states/arizona/october-maricopa-county-home-and-garden-show/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=october-maricopa-county-home-and-garden-show
https://mylocalnews.us/states/arizona/october-maricopa-county-home-and-garden-show/#respondWed, 11 Sep 2019 12:36:19 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=29703The Maricopa County Home & Garden Show, the largest home show in the Southwest, returns to WestWorld of Scottsdale Friday, October 18th through Sunday, October 20th with an appearance and meet-and-greet from world-famous lifestyle expert, Martha Stewart. The domestic diva joins more than 1,000 innovative exhibits and local artisans, which provide endless ways to makeover your home for the holidays and beyond.

The Maricopa County Home & Garden Show, complete with thousands of home improvement, design and landscaping products and services offered at exclusive Home Show pricing.

Military Appreciation: $5 admission with valid military identification all three days.

October Birthdays: Visit the info booth for a special gift with valid ID.

Sign up for discounted tickets at MChomeshows.com.

Parking & More: $5 for onsite parking, scooter and wheelchair rentals available, large food court, and ATMs onsite for your convenience. *Note this is a cash only facility.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/states/arizona/october-maricopa-county-home-and-garden-show/feed/0Opinion: Your song as per your Zodiac Signhttps://mylocalnews.us/community/opinion-column/opinion-your-song-as-per-your-zodiac-sign/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=opinion-your-song-as-per-your-zodiac-sign
https://mylocalnews.us/community/opinion-column/opinion-your-song-as-per-your-zodiac-sign/#respondWed, 04 Sep 2019 11:35:43 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=29680We all know our zodiac traits, numbers and stones, but, do we know our music? Our song? Most of us, don’t. Thus, today, I am going to tell you about your songs. The songs that resonate the best with your zodiac signs and personality. There are a zillion songs available to us due to many internet services and trust me when I say that I listened to many songs before finalizing the list so I really do hope to be accurate but if I am not — comment to let me know the name of your song. 🙂

Aries

Being the first sign of the horoscope — Aries take pride in themselves being first at everything. The like to lead and they own that too. They are bossy and due to their quality to step up for whatever they want to support or get done — it’s fine. They give instructions and it’s a quality.

Taurus people are sensual with a dash of practicality and ambition mixed well within them. One thing that can overpower all their traits is their desire for pleasure and beauty to themselves. Many signs are hedonistic but not more than Taurus.

Gemini always has a way to get things done. Never would they be seen struggling to get out of a situation because they get out of whatever is thrown at them with their laid back and positive attitude towards everything. They have good inter as well as intrapersonal skills alongside the brilliance of mind to add a cherry on top.

Unpredictability and insecurity add more turbulence to the over emotional cancer-ians. They get sad more often than happy. They can get hurt very easily and thus are tantrum throwers. If they feel hurt they will let you know in time since they are loyal to those they love — just don’t push them too much.

Leos are quite full of themselves and feel superior to others. They like being in the limelight and are never embarrassed to step on other’s heads to get somewhere better. Practical, ambitious and opportunist Leos believe the world is all about them. It’s cute, really, how they consider themselves as addictive because they do charm everyone easily.

Virgo’s are perfectionists who want everything from the creases on a shirt to the shoelaces being even toned. Virgos are a one wo/man army. They would get things done if they want them done. They like being given the importance they would give someone else and can’t handle people being different or indifferent. They like being the ones on whom you would rather depend on and rant to than close up.

Libras are attracted to excitement; the same way moths are to fire. They are Romantics with a sense of adventure in everything. Since they are prone to promote peace and harmony — they are unable to negate a request from literally anyone. They just have to be nice to everyone — it’s like a compulsion to them and thus it leaves them stressed and worked out.

Realists like Scorpios can settle well into any environment as they understand the laws of nature and accept them too. Despite being emotional, they have a calm attitude towards things and are often seen as cool due to their mysterious personality. Very rarely do they open up to anyone because they find it hard trusting people, however, people can trust them easily.

The curious and energetic Sagittarians are known to be the actual travellers. Even their symbol represents that. They have a good sense of humour and are always the life of a gathering. However, once they feel being pushed down or towards something they become the blood gushing rebels. The Centaur can easily stab you in the stomach with its arrow.

Capricorns are highly helpful but also conservative. These practical goats can walk miles for you when in the mood too only. You can’t force them to love you or be nice to you. They’d treat you the way they feel like whenever. A common trait in them is that of getting adored but never reciprocating it back on the same level. They can take you for granted and still make you adore them.

Aquarians are spontaneous and unpredictable. You can never know whether you’d be riding up high or down low with them, at any moment in life. They are stubborn and are not very flexible when it comes down to submitting to others. They are filled with the passion and desire to do better with each step.

Pisces wear their hearts on sleeves and get hurt quite often. Due to their empathetic nature — they can’t stop themselves from being nice to everyone. They are moody but they are overly emotional as well. These peacemakers tend to be adored by many but never to the same level they invest in others.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/opinion-column/opinion-your-song-as-per-your-zodiac-sign/feed/0Opinion: Black Mirror – Every techie’s undying dream?https://mylocalnews.us/community/opinion-column/opinion-black-mirror-every-techies-undying-dream/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=opinion-black-mirror-every-techies-undying-dream
https://mylocalnews.us/community/opinion-column/opinion-black-mirror-every-techies-undying-dream/#respondWed, 04 Sep 2019 11:19:48 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=29677Black mirror, a well-known Netflix production, is all about the lapse between time, reality, technology and future. The show puts forth ideas about how our world might change in the event of technology up gradation. It revolves around our daily day to day ideas and events and ends with a bang giving us all something to think over, at the end of every episode.

We all think over it more or less about how life might seem 50 years from now, don’t we? Keeping that in mind, the show was made to make us want and desire to live in a utopian world where our imagination is actually a fragment within the reality and not just our mind.

Each episode is a story in itself and has a fresh cast to put forth a new idea as well as the story. The use of satire is as regular as cream in coffee. The basic purpose is to explore the techno-paranoia we all have and always will have. Maybe, because of the inherited fear of the unknown from one life form to another? It’s just there and damn are those people making a sh**load of money on it or not? Living beings can do so much when in fear. You can never be sure of their reaction, right?

Anyhow, coming back to the topic at hand, the black mirror is like cocaine to techies these days – they snort up the 4 episodes that come out and discuss them for years or months. I don’t know if any of you saw Vanilla Sky back in time but the movie was very similar to the idea of future and whatnot. If you haven’t you can always still on Netflix or anywhere you want to all you need is either a good internet connection or cable subscription (check spectrum plans) to be able to keep up with the now of entertainment. In fact, now that I think over it many movies have been made on such topics – thus the genre “sci-fi” … rings many bells, doesn’t it? Lol, I am sorry I am silly enough to ponder over it just now.

Would you ever want to go into a forever world, if you had the chance? A world induced by chemicals and whatnot to help you elope into a hereafter – with no concept of time and disease. Death and age – everyone gets to stay young with immortality. If you are confused about which episode I am pointing towards it’s, “San Junipero”, the city of undead even if you found the Yorkie to your Kelly – would you want a forever?

How much could you possibly party before you get bored and want something new? Won’t it be just a lot of work to breathe and walk and live – with no purpose? I never saw an animal in it as well — my chances are that I might end up at Quagmire in order to just feel new or find something to make me feel something. Kelly’s justified that in her argument to not pass on, didn’t she? Speaking of Quagmire – a character on Family Guy is named that and we all know his character as well, no?

And even if one doesn’t end up at quagmire then what? Do you wish to be like Wes? Wes is the guy who chases Kelly to be with him because he “felt” a real connection. The episode is just 61 minutes of the screenplay but a lifetime of discussion – they showed us all sorts of extremes in just one episode, didn’t they? Wes, who had no purpose and find Kelly as one. Kelly, who saw Yorkie as an anchor holding her back and Yorkie, a paralyzed woman who never felt the touch of a human in love because she fell in a coma-like situation when she was just 21 years old. Yorkie never got to live a life and Kelly too as a heterosexual never did explore her desires and opportunities. Wes remains unheard of and all we know he’s still just running here and there between times to find solace in his forever.

In August, the Valley’s latest local beer brand began brewing at the former Phoenix Ale Brewery in downtown Phoenix. PHX Beer Co. also assumed operations of the former Phoenix Ale Brewery Central Kitchen in Uptown Phoenix. The Scottsdale location, which opened Saturday, August 24, is PHX Beer Co.’s first all-new spot since establishing the new brand.

“Scottsdale palates have high standards for craft food and beer, and we’re out to impress,” said Rich Stark, director of hospitality operations with PHX Beer Co. “The Mercado location will be the go-to place to unwind, enjoy a scratch-made meal and a pint – or three – in Scottsdale.”

To celebrate its Scottsdale debut, PHX Beer Co. will host its grand opening celebration on Tuesday, Sept. 3 from 6 to 9:30 p.m. Guests can enjoy food and drink specials, tour the new location and experience one of Arizona’s beautiful sunsets on the expansive lakefront patio.

The 3,400 square-foot brewpub with a 1,500 square-foot dog-friendly patio features numerous unique architectural elements, including repurposed kegs incorporated into large chandeliers, a handmade front door utilizing kegs, steel and wood, as well as an illuminated wall incorporating upcycled beer bottles. The dining space features large open glass windows and a roll up garage door that allows guests to fully enjoy the lake and beautiful sunset views.

In addition to a selection of brews like its flagship IPA, Arizona Gold and Orange Grove IPA, the kitchen will serve decadent comfort food favorites such as the Cast Iron Macaroni & Cheese and Iron Horse Porter Brownie, as well as creative culinary options like Morenci Copper Ale Wings, Black Iron Pizzas and Whiskey BBQ Meatballs. PHX Beer Co. uses its beers in more than a third of its recipes and the food menu pairs every item with a suggested PHX Beer Co. brew.

“There is a great deal of excitement about the new direction PHX Beer Co. is taking,” said Rob Fullmer, executive director of the Arizona Craft Brewers Guild. “From the brewery to the restaurant, there is a re-dedication to hospitality and service rooted in the legacy of the past and amplified by the current team. These qualities and the PHX Beer Co. story are the elements of success that will resonate with Arizona beer fans.”

Earlier this month, PHX Beer Co. announced that it will adapt all previous Phoenix Ale Brewery locations and make them PHX Beer Co.’s own, with new ownership, a new look, new food and new beer. PHX Beer Co. currently operates in its downtown Phoenix Brewery and Tap Room (3002 E. Washington St., Phoenix) and the Central Phoenix restaurant, formerly known as Phoenix Ale Brewery Central Kitchen (5813 N. Seventh St., Phoenix).

THUNDERBIRD CHARITIES AWARDS $20,000 TO ASSISTANCE LEAGUE OF EAST VALLEY

Thunderbirds Charities has announced an award of $20,000 to Assistance League of East Valley for its signature program, Operation School Bell.

Through Operation School Bell, Assistance League of East Valley provides new school clothes, shoes and hygiene kits to needy elementary school children in Chandler, Gilbert, Mesa, Tempe and Kyrene School Districts. In the 2018-19 school year, the organization provided a record 10,436 children with new clothing, uniforms, shoes and hygiene kits. The children are recommended by school resource officers.

“Assistance League of East Valley has made positive life changing impacts on children through Operation School Bell and we are delighted to support such a great mission,” said Chance Cozby, president of Thunderbirds Charities.

Assistance League of East Valley is an all-volunteer group that raises funds through its thrift shop at 2326 N. Alma School Rd., Chandler, and through various events through the year. It is a chapter of a national nonprofit organization.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/mesa/assistance-league-receives-20k-donation-to-clothe-schoolkids/feed/0Humana to Honor, Recognize Vietnam Veterans Pinning Ceremony in Glendale, Oct. 1https://mylocalnews.us/states/arizona/humana-to-honor-recognize-vietnam-veterans-pinning-ceremony-in-glendale-oct-1/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=humana-to-honor-recognize-vietnam-veterans-pinning-ceremony-in-glendale-oct-1
https://mylocalnews.us/states/arizona/humana-to-honor-recognize-vietnam-veterans-pinning-ceremony-in-glendale-oct-1/#respondWed, 21 Aug 2019 06:17:41 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=29613Humana, a leading health and well-being company, is hosting a Vietnam War Commemoration Veterans Pinning Ceremony in partnership with American Legion Earl E. Mitchell Post #29 on Tuesday, Oct. 1, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the post’s Bingo Hall, 6821 N. 58th Avenue, Glendale, AZ 85301. Veterans who served on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces between Nov. 1, 1955, and May 15, 1975, regardless of location, are eligible to participate in the ceremony, as well as the surviving spouses of these veterans.

Humana is a Commemorative Partner for the Vietnam War Commemoration, a federal program, and is proud to support and salute Vietnam veterans. Local Vietnam veterans and surviving spouses interested in participating are asked to RSVP to ensure enough pins are available. To RSVP, or for more information, call Humana at (602) 760-1856 (TTY: 711), Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Several area veterans organizations will have representatives on site for a free veterans health and service fair following the pinning ceremony.

The President and Congress established the Vietnam War Commemoration program to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War, and to thank and honor Vietnam veterans.

According to the Department of Veterans Affairs, 9 million Americans served on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces during the Vietnam War; approximately 7 million are living today.

To reach these large numbers, the program has enlisted the assistance of many thousands of Commemorative Partner organizations at the local, state and national levels to conduct pinning events and activities that recognize Vietnam veterans and their families in their local communities.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/states/arizona/humana-to-honor-recognize-vietnam-veterans-pinning-ceremony-in-glendale-oct-1/feed/0Ryan House Announces Its 15th Annual Run for Ryan House Featuring a 10K, 5K and 1 Mile Family Fun Run at Kiwanis Park on November 17https://mylocalnews.us/community/health-wellness/ryan-house-announces-its-15th-annual-run-for-ryan-house-featuring-a-10k-5k-and-1-mile-family-fun-run-at-kiwanis-park-on-november-17/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ryan-house-announces-its-15th-annual-run-for-ryan-house-featuring-a-10k-5k-and-1-mile-family-fun-run-at-kiwanis-park-on-november-17
https://mylocalnews.us/community/health-wellness/ryan-house-announces-its-15th-annual-run-for-ryan-house-featuring-a-10k-5k-and-1-mile-family-fun-run-at-kiwanis-park-on-november-17/#respondWed, 21 Aug 2019 06:13:12 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=29609Ryan House Announces Its 15thAnnual Run for Ryan House Featuring a 10K, 5K and 1 Mile Family Fun Run at Kiwanis Park on November 17

Come one, come all for the 15th annual Run for Ryan House featuring a 10K, 5K and 1 Mile Family Fun Run on Sunday, Nov. 17 at Kiwanis Park.

We invite you to get outside and spend the morning with us and assist in our mission to continue to provide world-class care and programs for the medically fragile children and families we serve as they navigate life-limiting or end-of-life journeys.

Sponsorship and vendor booth opportunities are available by contacting info@ryanhouse.org or (602) 200-0767.

About Ryan House

With our world-class care and programs, we embrace all children and their families as they navigate life-limiting or end-of-life journeys through palliative and respite care that addresses the emotional, spiritual, and social needs of the family, continuity of care from diagnosis to end-of-life, expert care provided by our prestigious care partners and highly-trained staff and a loving community that offers ongoing support and compassion. Ryan House is the only facility of its kind in the state and only one of three in the country. For more information visit ryanhouse.org. Follow us on Twitter@ryanhouseorg and Instagram @ryanhouseaz and join us on Facebook@ryanhouseorg.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/health-wellness/ryan-house-announces-its-15th-annual-run-for-ryan-house-featuring-a-10k-5k-and-1-mile-family-fun-run-at-kiwanis-park-on-november-17/feed/0Church of the Beatitudes: Launches Remodel of its Worship Centerhttps://mylocalnews.us/community/church-of-the-beatitudes-launches-remodel-of-its-worship-center/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=church-of-the-beatitudes-launches-remodel-of-its-worship-center
https://mylocalnews.us/community/church-of-the-beatitudes-launches-remodel-of-its-worship-center/#respondThu, 15 Aug 2019 05:17:00 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=29574(Phoenix, Arizona) –Church of the Beatitudes is launching something new. As a Progressive Christian community, Church of the Beatitudes has always been about progress. Now, in that same spirit of progress, Beatitudes Church is expressing itself in a new way with a major renovation to its 9,984 square foot Worship Center on the corner of 7th and Glendale Avenues.

Built in 1972 under the direction of the late Rev. Dr. Culver “Bill” Nelson, the Worship Center has been a space of spiritual enrichment for the North Central Phoenix community and beyond for over 47 years. Like most well-used spaces, Church of the Beatitudes was showing signs of disrepair. To make this space more welcoming, sustainable and progressive for the community now and in the future, the congregation and leadership voted to renovate the space. Architect, Steve Barduson, of Barduson Architects, was hired and on July 15, 2019, remodeling of the exterior and interior began.

Beatitudes Church is hoping to tangibly model inclusion through this renovation, and thereby change the culture. “Beatitudes has always been progressive thinking,” Pastor Tony Minear, Ph.D. of Church of the Beatitudes said. “We wanted our space to keep up with this vision especially in the arena of public accommodations, both spiritually and physically.” To view photographs of the renovation and learn more about Beatitudes Church, visit www.beatitudeschurch.org.

About the Church of the Beatitudes: Church of the Beatitudes is an open and affirming, progressive Christian community of faith-keeping and faith-seeking people grounded in stories and truths contained in the scriptures. We are open to insights and interpretations of God revealed to us through new experiences, different faiths and diverse cultures. We provide opportunities for the formation of Christian ideas through spiritual enrichment, to offer the education and training for Progressive Christians to find their own way of understanding Jesus, and to encourage the practice of those teachings in the world. To learn more, go to www.beatitudeschurch.org or call (602) 264-1221.

About Barduson Architects: Since 1994, Barduson Architects has operated as a uniquely client-centered firm with creativity, enthusiasm, and grace. We have purposefully broadened our design expertise from office and retail to church projects and master planned communities, from city community centers and fire stations to mixed use facilities and construction management. Our current projects range from $2M to $25M. To learn more, go to www.barduson.com or call (480) 967-7007.

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]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/church-of-the-beatitudes-launches-remodel-of-its-worship-center/feed/0‘Microsoft’s Arizona Story’ Will Be The Topic At The Arizona Association for Economic Development’s September Luncheonhttps://mylocalnews.us/northphoenix/microsofts-arizona-story-will-be-the-topic-at-the-arizona-association-for-economic-developments-september-luncheon/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=microsofts-arizona-story-will-be-the-topic-at-the-arizona-association-for-economic-developments-september-luncheon
https://mylocalnews.us/northphoenix/microsofts-arizona-story-will-be-the-topic-at-the-arizona-association-for-economic-developments-september-luncheon/#respondSat, 10 Aug 2019 17:53:58 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=29558(PHOENIX – Aug. 9 2019) “Microsoft’s Arizona Story” will be the topic at the Arizona Association for Economic Development’s (AAED) September luncheon. It will be held on Sept. 10 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. at 2901 N. Seventh St. in Phoenix.

Jim Collins, Microsoft’s director of energy markets, Americas; datacenter strategy, planning and development; and Microsoft Cloud infrastructure and operations (MCIO), will share information about Microsoft’s commitment to Arizona and why the company has decided to have such a presence in the state.

As part of the energy team at Microsoft, Collins’ responsibilities include oversight of energy supply agreements, regulatory strategy development and establishment of strategic partnerships to ensure reliable power supply. He joined Microsoft in 2012 after 12 years in the energy industry where he assisted Fortune 500 companies and government entities with energy procurement, regulatory policy and sustainability matters.

The cost of the luncheon is $50 for AAED members, $65 for non-members and $75 for late registrants. To register, visit www.aaed.com/event/sept10. The registration deadline is Thursday, Sept. 5 at noon. Vegetarian meals must be requested in advance. For more information, call AAED at (602) 240-AAED (2233), or visit www.aaed.com.

AAED, founded in 1974, has a mission to serve as Arizona’s unified voice advocating for responsible economic development through an effective program of professional education, public policy and collaboration.

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]]>https://mylocalnews.us/northphoenix/microsofts-arizona-story-will-be-the-topic-at-the-arizona-association-for-economic-developments-september-luncheon/feed/0The Maricopa County Home Show Delivers Donations to Local Schoolshttps://mylocalnews.us/states/arizona/the-maricopa-county-home-show-delivers-donations-to-local-schools/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-maricopa-county-home-show-delivers-donations-to-local-schools
https://mylocalnews.us/states/arizona/the-maricopa-county-home-show-delivers-donations-to-local-schools/#respondThu, 08 Aug 2019 19:13:24 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=29543The Maricopa County Home Shows have a long history of giving back to the community, and each year the July Home Show continues to raise the bar with school supplies donations.

School supplies can be expensive and bring an abundance of stress to families who may not be able to afford them. The July Maricopa County Home and Landscape Show offered two free admission tickets to anyone who brought a new backpack or school supplies for students in need to be donated through the Maricopa County School Superintendent’s Office.

Over the weekend of July 19-21, the public brought more than 5,000 backpacks and school supplies to State Farm Stadium, and the Home Show gave more than $13,000 worth of free admission to those who donated.

“We are thankful that the public has been so generous year after year, and couldn’t be happier to give free admission in order to help students be prepared and ready to learn this school year,” said Maricopa County Home Show Manager Katie Jones. “We have been lucky enough to have received an abundance of supplies that have been donated to local schools with students in need of them.”

The school supplies donations allow students to start the New Year prepared and excited to learn without parents having to worry about how they will afford everything that’s on the back-to-school list. Many children may feel embarrassed to use hand-me-down backpacks, but these brand new backpack donations give them a whole new level of excitement and eagerness to start the school year.

“We are happy to partner with the Maricopa County Home Shows to collect much-needed school supplies for deserving students in our County,” said Maricopa County School Superintendent, Steve Watson. “This event helps provide important supplies needed throughout the year, and we all appreciate each and every donor who has helped these students in such a generous way.”

The next Home Show will be October 18-20 at WestWorld of Scottsdale with a special guest appearance by Emmy Award-winning television host and DIY home renovation and crafts guru, Martha Stewart. She will join Arizona’s largest and best collection of home improvement companies and local artisans that provide endless ways to shape up your home for the holidays and more!

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/states/arizona/the-maricopa-county-home-show-delivers-donations-to-local-schools/feed/0Savor a Custom Picnic Under the Stars at Mountain Shadowshttps://mylocalnews.us/community/food-wine/savor-a-custom-picnic-under-the-stars-at-mountain-shadows/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=savor-a-custom-picnic-under-the-stars-at-mountain-shadows
https://mylocalnews.us/community/food-wine/savor-a-custom-picnic-under-the-stars-at-mountain-shadows/#respondWed, 07 Aug 2019 04:53:09 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=29531Looking for a unique dining experience? Mountain Shadows resort is launching Sipnic Under the Stars this September. Savor and sip under Paradise Valley’s beautiful night sky, with stars that shine brighter due to the town’s low light pollution. This special nighttime package comes complete with everything you need to enjoy a romantic, private picnic out on the beautiful greens of The Short Course, offering dazzling views of Camelback Mountain. Choose from four baskets to suit your style, grab the goodies including a luxurious Tartan Blanket Co. wool blanket from Scotland, and head out to hole 2 on The Short Course, where a set of string lights awaits for the perfect evening picnic.

The Boozy Basket includes a variety of fixings for DIY gin and tonics, a flatbread from Hearth ’61 and chocolate rum truffles. If you prefer to picnic without over-indulging, the Bounty Basket comes with organic vodka, fresh orange and grapefruit juices, and a fruit and vegetable platter with delicious dips. Wine lovers can snag the Vino Basket, which comes with a bottle of wine, flatbread and chocolates. Perfect for an evening to remember, the Pop the Question Basket features a bottle of Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label, a sliced steak filet with cauliflower florets and sauces, and dark chocolate rum truffles. Also included with this basket is a customized map from The Night Sky complete with the couple’s names, the date, location and a map of the stars that evening.

The Boozy, Bounty & Vino Baskets are $125 each and must be reserved 24 hours in advance; the Pop the Question Basket is $300 and must be reserved ten days in advance. Sipnic Under the Stars is offered September through November and February through May, sunset to 9 p.m. Contact the concierge at 480.624.5446 to plan the perfect evening.

VISTA, CALIF. (August 2, 2019) — Solatube® International Inc., the worldwide leading manufacturer and marketer of Tubular Daylighting Devices (TDDs), is honored to announce Solatube TDDs are among the first innovations to receive the “Solar Impulse Efficient Solution” Label by The Solar Impulse Foundation.

Bridging the gap between ecology and economy, The Solar Impulse Foundation aims to select and promote worldwide 1,000 economically profitable solutions to protect the environment. This label is awarded to innovations that combine technical feasibility criteria, positive social and environmental impact and economic profitability.

“We are thrilled and honored the Solar Impulse Foundation awarded our Solatube Tubular Daylighting Devices its “Efficient Solutions” Label,” said Robert E. Westfall Jr., president of Solatube International. “This label recognizes all the effort and innovative development we have made to become a recognized energy-efficient solution.”

Widely recognized as the industry innovator, Solatube International, Inc., has earned acclaim around the globe for its unrivaled ability to transform interior spaces with the power of daylight since 1991.

Cost-effective, energy-efficient and eco-friendly, a Solatube TDD harvests daylight at the rooftop, transfers it down a highly reflective tube (which bends up to 90 degrees and can be up to 70 feet or more long) and distributes it evenly into an interior space through a diffuser at the ceiling — on both sunny and cloudy days — with virtually no commissioning or maintenance.

Solatube is proud to offer the highest Light Transfer Efficiency (LTE), the most consistent Color Temperature Maintenance (CTM) and the best light-to-solar heat gain ratio of any daylighting system on the market.

Solatube TDDs also offer a significant reduction in energy consumption and a direct impact on the lifecycle of electric lighting and HVAC. Turning-off electric lights reduces heat that electric lights inject into building interiors and decreases kWh energy expense by reducing HVAC use to remove heat generated by electric light operation. In addition to energy savings, less HVAC use extends HVAC calendar life—thereby deferring the date of expensive HVAC equipment replacement.

Today, more than two million people have improved their homes with Solatube products, and millions more have enjoyed the benefits at department stores, schools, hotels, hospitals, grocery stores, offices and athletic facilities. Well-known Fortune 500 brands have enhanced their customers’ experiences while reducing their corporate energy costs by incorporating Solatube products into their stores.

About Solatube International

Solatube International, Inc., widely recognized as the daylighting industry innovator, has earned worldwide acclaim for its unrivaled ability to transform interior spaces with natural light. Based in California, the company is the leading manufacturer and marketer of tubular daylighting devices (TDDs) for all types of residential and commercial applications, and it continues to innovate with groundbreaking products that increase energy efficiency and light output, such as the award-winning high output SkyVault Series. For more information about the company and its related products, visit www.solatube.com

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]]>https://mylocalnews.us/states/california/solatube-awarded-a-solar-impulse-efficient-solution-label/feed/0Police Name Suspect in Stray Bullet Shooting of 13-year-old Girlhttps://mylocalnews.us/community/crime/police-name-suspect-in-stray-bullet-shooting-of-13-year-old-girl/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=police-name-suspect-in-stray-bullet-shooting-of-13-year-old-girl
https://mylocalnews.us/community/crime/police-name-suspect-in-stray-bullet-shooting-of-13-year-old-girl/#respondFri, 02 Aug 2019 14:35:46 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=29517A 13-year-old girl was rushed to the hospital last week after being shot by a stray bullet, and now NYPD officials have identified the suspect in the incident.

Police say they would like to speak with 19-year-old Azhiem Walter in connection with the shooting at St. Andrew’s Playground in Bed-Stuy. The innocent victim was sitting on a bench when she was hit in the shoulder by the bullet.

The playground was full of kids at the time of the shooting.

NYPD has offered a $2,500 reward in exchange for information leading to Walter’s arrest.

This alarming incident was at least the 14th in a matter of two months as stray bullet shootings cause concern for many New Yorkers.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/crime/police-name-suspect-in-stray-bullet-shooting-of-13-year-old-girl/feed/0ASU spirit packet gets teachers ready for schoolhttps://mylocalnews.us/community/asu-spirit-packet-gets-teachers-ready-for-school/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=asu-spirit-packet-gets-teachers-ready-for-school
https://mylocalnews.us/community/asu-spirit-packet-gets-teachers-ready-for-school/#respondThu, 01 Aug 2019 21:16:13 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=29514This summer, the ASU Alumni Association will help Sun Devil educators get ready for back to school season with a maroon and gold Back to School Pack. The ASU-themed spirit packet, geared for alumni who work in schools at any level from pre-kindergarten through high school, contains items for the teacher, students and classroom.

“The ASU Alumni Association and its university partners want to equip teachers and their classrooms with materials that would inspire students to work hard in their endeavors and strive for their future,” said Christine K. Wilkinson, president and CEO of the association. “The Sun Devil spirit pack helped these teachers spread maroon and gold pride in their classrooms.”

The ASU Back to School Pack can be requested through an online form, and should be ordered by Aug. 31. After receiving the packet, educators are asked to post a selfie on social media using #sundevilteacher.

In partnership with Educational Outreach and Student Services, and the Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College, this year’s packet includes a clear backpack and notepads for the educators; posters for the classroom; and Sparky bookmarks and stickers for the students. The spirit packet is ideal for teachers, guidance counselors, social workers, librarians and English language learning teachers. Last year, the initiative engaged more than 2,200 educators from across 30 states and two countries.

Tina Merlina ’97 BAE, who teaches fourth grade at the Bret R. Tarver School in Phoenix, requested a packet both years for her fourth grade classroom. “I credit my wonderful education as well as the amazing mentors along the way,” she says. The Rodel Foundation of Arizona named Merlina a 2011 Rodel Exemplary Teacher.

“In a family full of Wildcats, I am the lone Sun Devil. I am a proud ASU representative teaching in Tucson,” says Mimi McGarey ’81 BAE, who teaches at St. Joseph Catholic School in Tucson. “My students know who Sparky is, the ‘fear the fork’ symbol, and receive ASU swag as occasional prizes.”

McGarey requested an ASU teachers packet for her classroom both years. “I absolutely loved spreading Sun Devil spirit in my classroom last year, and it has created a friendly rivalry among my colleagues and students. We also use the Pat Tillman story when we talk about Veteran’s Day and what it means to be a hero. I truly hope that some of my second graders will go on to become Sun Devils and if not, they will always have fond memories of Sparky and great sportsmanship.”

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/asu-spirit-packet-gets-teachers-ready-for-school/feed/03 Lightweight Go apps for Android Go Phoneshttps://mylocalnews.us/community/3-lightweight-go-apps-for-android-go-phones/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=3-lightweight-go-apps-for-android-go-phones
https://mylocalnews.us/community/3-lightweight-go-apps-for-android-go-phones/#respondWed, 31 Jul 2019 15:53:38 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=29507Keeping a phone is not as hard as maintaining it. One has to take care of everything that one does on a phone. One cannot download applications and not worry about the memory and things related to it. Phone memory is a big issue. If it gets full, it means that everything on your phone will slow down be it texting, using other application, or as basic an act as switching on from off – everything gets slow and you can’t help but blame your phone for having such a short capacity to work. Every phone comes with its own specifications and limitations. One has to keep in mind the extent to which a phone can bear the load of content. This approach results in leaving the user with limited research and limited data on their phone. This may not be good news for people who manage most of their official tasks on phone. They cannot have their data lost every now and then. They also cannot afford to make a choice between what to keep and what to give up.

Apart from all these facts, if you have zero ideas of what Go apps are about here’s a quick explanation. You must have heard about Opera Mini. It did sound similar to what Opera browser sounds like but the functions and features are different. Opera Mini is a smaller version of it just like Google Go is a lite version of Google browser. Similarly, the applications like Android Go version is a lite version of Android Oreo. Both aren’t the same. Most of what these software or application clash in is their demand for memory from a phone. This may not be the only difference. There are many other differences that come with it. Some may have additional features while some just exclude the limitations that the main application puts on the user.

In this article, we will focus on writing down all the Go applications that you can use on your computer or on your phone; but before we do that, let’s write down all the benefits of these applications.

If you are a smartphone user and it is a lower-end phone, you are well aware of the limited RAM capacity and storage it keeps on itself. Neither can you download anything freely, nor can you afford to keep it saved on your phone. You always need a device you can transfer all the data on so you can get more data on yours. These Go apps help us abundantly in keeping your phone light and easy to access. They are manufactured in the manner that they program efficiently with a RAM of 512 MB to 1 GB. These apps are also lighter than the original apps.

Having stated that lower-end smartphones give a limited capacity to the user, high-end smartphones just do the opposite. They allow long-term usage which ultimately slows down their phone and that is one thing you cannot afford on your phone that stores a good deal of useful data. Go applications at least take limited space on your phone. Thus making them healthy for high-end smartphones as well.

Now let’s discuss a few Lightweight Go applications that you may need if you haven’t yet heard about them:

Gmail Go:

Gmail application has a lite version known as Gmail Go. Gmail is one of the basic applications that we keep in our phones. It allows emailing – professional or unprofessional – across countries, possible. You need it because if you are in professional life, you are well aware of how much it is used by everyone, by “everyone” we mean, every professional, no matter how big a company it is that they are running. Given its use, you definitely need the version that promises the best service in its capacity. In this application, you can use the swipe as you please: to archive, delete or whatever function you want to give it based on your convenience.

Yahoo Mail Go

This version of Yahoo comprises of the qualities that foster the users if Outlook, Yahoo accounts, Gmail, and AOL. This version is light weighted. There was a time when everyone used Yahoo to message or call people beyond borders. People still don’t hesitate using it for the experience it provides to its valuable users.

Maps Go

One always needs navigation no matter wherever he is – out of the city or out of the country, or within the city. Maps help one reach their destination without having to roam around in the city, asking people for direction. That wastes time and petrol. Everyone nowadays keeps a phone in their bags that have an application installed which helps one move around without having to ask for directions from a gazillion people. Maps Go consumes a small space and is easy to use. One does not necessarily need the internet (check: Local Cable Deals) to access this application. It gives you traffic updates, weather updates and news related to the areas you are travelling to.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/3-lightweight-go-apps-for-android-go-phones/feed/0Arizona Taco Festivalhttps://mylocalnews.us/community/events-community/arizona-taco-festival/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=arizona-taco-festival
https://mylocalnews.us/community/events-community/arizona-taco-festival/#commentsTue, 30 Jul 2019 01:17:26 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=29472The Largest & First Taco Festival in the USA Returns this Fall to Scottsdale. WestWorld and the City of Scottsdale, Presents — The 10th Annual Arizona Taco Festival

The Arizona Taco Festival is celebrating its 10 Year Anniversary, bringing another year of fiesta fun bringing more competing restaurants than ever, from all around the country competing for $10,000 in cash, while an expected 30,000 attendees feast their way through more than 100 types of tacos throughout the weekend.

The Arizona Taco Festival, Sat & Sun, Oct. 12 & 13, 11am-7pm, earned its star status as an event that offers $3 tacos in chicken, pork, beef, seafood, and veggie. An abundancia of Mexican fare will also be celebrated and devoured at the event. Last year, restaurants, caterers, amateurs and nightclub/food spots sold more than 100,000 tacos at this now annual classic taco-topia!

Good Tacos, Serious Competition & 50 Taco Society Judges. Arizona Taco Festival is a fabulous foodie event and simultaneously a serious taco competition. More than 50 Taco Society judges are sequestered to determine winners in double-blind tests in a closed tent for anonymous scoring. Points are awarded and weighted for presentation, taste and execution. Cumulatively, scores lead to an overall Grand Champion. There will also be a People’s Choice Award to make sure the people have their day-in-taco!

Show Your Taco Spirit! The Arizona Taco Festival is building a taco squad, to join in on the fun. Whether you’re a pup, performer, or just a taco lover, there are many ways to be a part of the festival: as an officially sanctioned Taco Society Judge, volunteer, Ay Chihuahua! Beauty Pageant, a Hot Chili Pepper contestant, or a performing band/DJ. Visit AZTacoFestival.com

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/events-community/arizona-taco-festival/feed/1Follow the flock to cooking demos, road game trips and safe home game transportation this fall with Birdgang Travel Clubhttps://mylocalnews.us/gilbert/follow-the-flock-to-cooking-demos-road-game-trips-and-safe-home-game-transportation-this-fall-with-birdgang-travel-club/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=follow-the-flock-to-cooking-demos-road-game-trips-and-safe-home-game-transportation-this-fall-with-birdgang-travel-club
https://mylocalnews.us/gilbert/follow-the-flock-to-cooking-demos-road-game-trips-and-safe-home-game-transportation-this-fall-with-birdgang-travel-club/#respondTue, 30 Jul 2019 00:34:47 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=29444The Cardinals preseason is right around the corner and the Birdgang Travel Club is ready to lead the flock with cooking demos, road game trips and safe home game transportation this fall – the perfect club for die hard fans!

“We started Birdgang Travel Club as a way to show our dedication to the Red Sea across the great state and beyond. It’s been so much fun putting events together, celebrating with friends and making new ones each season,” said Tyler Vasquez, Co-Founder, Birdgang Travel Club.

Kicking off the preseason, Birdgang Travel Club is partnering with BBQ Island in Tempe for a Tailgating 101 class on Saturday, August 24, 2019 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. This fan themed class includes a grilling demo where guests will learn how to make classic tailgate dishes like brisket-stuffed jalapeno poppers and smoked chicken wings plus fun dishes to take your tailgate up a notch like bacon-wrapped donut holes and cedar plank smoked brie with prickly pear jelly. The cost to participate is $50 per person or $45 per person when you book two or more in a group. Space is very limited, ticket pre-purchase is highly recommended. Visit www.Birdgangtravel.com to purchase.

Next, fans can pack their bags and get ready to show some team spirit on two road game trips this fall. Currently, Birdgang Travel Club is taking reservations for a trip to New Orleans with over 300 fans from October 24-28, 2019. Then, the flock will soar to Tampa Bay and celebrate Veteran’s Day from November 7-11, 2019.

“We started out as a small group of friends that would travel to away games but found it to be very expensive in small groups and quickly realized that by traveling in larger groups we could save a ton of money and have a lot more fun! So, we started Birdgang Travel Club as a way to take some of the work and expense out of individual travel planning. Now, after four years of traveling as a group, we are booking 200-300 fans at a time and are able to pass along an amazing experience and savings to our members,” continued Vasquez.

In addition to the road game trips, Birdgang Travel Club offers an option to follow the flock during home games by riding the home game fan bus. For just $65 per person, your spot on the bus includes a breakfast buffet at Majerle’s Sports Grill in Chandler, transportation to and from the State Farm Stadium, access to the Birdgang tailgate experience where lunch is provided. Admission on the home game bus does not include a ticket to the game or alcohol. Fans are welcome to bring their own beer or spirits along for the ride and the tailgate, providing a safe option for fans to enjoy without driving. The home game fan bus runs only on Sundays when there is a home game during the regular season. Pre-purchase is required, visit www.Birdgangtravel.com to book your seat.

About Birdgang Travel Club

Birdgang Travel Club is a collective of die hard Cardinals fans, dedicated to expanding the Red Sea across the great state and beyond. Focusing on local fan events, safe and fun travel to home games and road game travel trips, Birdgang Travel Club is the ultimate fan group where members can enjoy football camaraderie with friends and make new lifelong friendships. For more information and to locate a fan event near you, visit online at www.Birdgangtravel.com.

A male suspect is wanted in the slashing of a male victim on Monday afternoon around 2:30 p.m at the 34th Street/Penn Station subway station.

Police say the 32-year-old victim was at the subway station when the suspect approached him, said something and slashed him on the left side of his face in an unprovoked attack. The suspect then fled the scene, and the victim was transported to Mt. Sinai Hospital in stable condition.

Anyone who recognizes the suspect or has any information regarding this incident is asked to call NYPD’s Crimestoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-8477 or 1-800-577-4782 for Spanish. Tips can be submitted online at NYPDCrimeStoppers.com

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/crime/police-searching-for-suspect-in-penn-station-incident/feed/1Taco 101 Chef Demo with Chef Samantha Sanz of Talavera at Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon Northhttps://mylocalnews.us/community/food-wine/taco-101-chef-demo-with-chef-samantha-sanz-of-talavera-at-four-seasons-resort-scottsdale-at-troon-north/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=taco-101-chef-demo-with-chef-samantha-sanz-of-talavera-at-four-seasons-resort-scottsdale-at-troon-north
https://mylocalnews.us/community/food-wine/taco-101-chef-demo-with-chef-samantha-sanz-of-talavera-at-four-seasons-resort-scottsdale-at-troon-north/#respondTue, 23 Jul 2019 11:53:40 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=29388In celebration of the 10th anniversary of Arizona Taco Festival, Williams-Sonoma at Biltmore Fashion Park is hosting a pre-launch event series for the 2019 Arizona Taco Festival on October 12 and 13 showcasing Arizona’s top tacos at WestWorld of Scottsdale. At these 90-minute learning and tasting sessions, attendeescan learn new cooking and cocktail tips as well as savor and sip the best of the best flavors during the culinary demonstrations. Taco 101 chef demonstrations are free. No reservations required. First come, first serve. Space is limited.
]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/food-wine/taco-101-chef-demo-with-chef-samantha-sanz-of-talavera-at-four-seasons-resort-scottsdale-at-troon-north/feed/0Taco 101 Chef Demo with Chef Richard Hinojosa – CRUjiente Tacoshttps://mylocalnews.us/community/food-wine/taco-101-chef-demo-with-chef-richard-hinojosa-crujiente-tacos/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=taco-101-chef-demo-with-chef-richard-hinojosa-crujiente-tacos
https://mylocalnews.us/community/food-wine/taco-101-chef-demo-with-chef-richard-hinojosa-crujiente-tacos/#respondTue, 23 Jul 2019 08:21:36 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=29392In celebration of the 10th anniversary of Arizona Taco Festival, Williams-Sonoma at Biltmore Fashion Park is hosting a pre-launch event series for the 2019 Arizona Taco Festival on October 12 and 13 showcasing Arizona’s top tacos at WestWorld of Scottsdale. At these 90-minute learning and tasting sessions, attendeescan learn new cooking and cocktail tips as well as savor and sip the best of the best flavors during the culinary demonstrations. Taco 101 chef demonstrations are free. No reservations required. First come, first serve. Space is limited.

October 3 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m

Williams-Sonoma at Biltmore Fashion Park

2450 E. Camelback Road

Phoenix, AZ 85016

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/food-wine/taco-101-chef-demo-with-chef-richard-hinojosa-crujiente-tacos/feed/0Come On, Get Happy With Morning Squeeze’s New Menuhttps://mylocalnews.us/dining-2/come-on-get-happy-with-morning-squeezes-new-menu/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=come-on-get-happy-with-morning-squeezes-new-menu
https://mylocalnews.us/dining-2/come-on-get-happy-with-morning-squeezes-new-menu/#respondSun, 21 Jul 2019 22:59:55 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=29370Are you a little bit country and your friends a little bit rock and roll? Do you get nostalgic for the business-in-the-front, party-in-the-back versatility of the mullet? Are you looking California but feeling Minnesota?

Morning Squeeze knows that it can be difficult to settle on just one thing for breakfast or lunch. That’s why its new menu debuting this week showcases healthier, local dishes but doesn’t sacrifice on the groovy brunch classics we all love.

“The whole idea of brunch is about not settling for just breakfast or just lunch,” said Todd Belfer, owner of Morning Squeeze. “We know our guests want to indulge but still want to enjoy something that’s healthy and good for them. Dishes like our Porridge, Stuffed French Toast and Avocado Toast give our guests that choice, no matter what their mood.”

Stuffed French Toast flavors change seasonally. The first is a cheesecake stuffed toast drizzled with caramel sauce. ($12)

Green Chile Pork Skillet served with Jack cheese, two eggs and a tortilla. ($14)

Returning dishes like the Black Bean Burger ($12.50) also have been refreshed with house-made patties and Avocado Toast($11) now topped with heirloom tomatoes, Feta cheese and lemon vinaigrette.

Not to be outdone, the Squeeze cocktail menu also has some new additions fit for a boozy breakfast or a day-drinking weekend. In addition to its classic Bloody Mary ($7), there are also three variations on this classic “hair of the dog” drink:

The course shows how architects from around the world have utilized TDDs and natural light to complement their designs to create unique and inspiring environments. TDDs also help meet health, safety, welfare and sustainability goals for buildings and their occupants.

Solatube offers this continuing education course, which earns 1 LU/HWS credit for architects, through “Lunch & Learns” where the company will come to the office, bring in lunch and present to the team.

“Using tubular daylighting devices has traditionally been thought of only as a functional way to bring natural light into building design and overcome limitations of windows and traditional skylights. However, architects are also using TDDs in unique and aesthetic ways to create eye-catching design elements,” said Robert E. Westfall Jr., president of Solatube International. “That’s why we are so excited to offer this new course that provides examples of how architects from all over the world have created visually appealing natural lighting to complement their design goals with stunning results.”

Solatube International, Inc., widely recognized as the daylighting industry innovator, has earned worldwide acclaim for its unrivaled ability to transform interior spaces with natural light and celebrated its 25th Anniversary in 2016. Based in California, the company is the leading manufacturer and marketer of tubular daylighting devices (TDDs) for all types of residential and commercial applications, and it continues to innovate with groundbreaking products that increase energy efficiency and light output, such as the award-winning high output SkyVault Series. For more information about the company and its related products, visit www.solatube.com or call 888-SOLATUBE.

Description: In celebration of the 10th anniversary of Arizona Taco Festival, Williams-Sonoma at Biltmore Fashion Park is hosting a pre-launch event series for the 2019 Arizona Taco Festival on October 12 and 13 showcasing Arizona’s top tacos at WestWorld of Scottsdale. At these 90-minute learning and tasting sessions, attendeescan learn new cooking and cocktail tips as well as savor and sip the best of the best flavors during the culinary demonstrations. Taco 101 chef demonstrations are free. No reservations required. First come, first serve. Space is limited.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/events-community/taco-101-chef-demo-with-chef-suny-santana-of-taco-chelo/feed/0Top Wi-Fi Extenders to Look For In 2019https://mylocalnews.us/community/education/top-wi-fi-extenders-to-look-for-in-2019/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=top-wi-fi-extenders-to-look-for-in-2019
https://mylocalnews.us/community/education/top-wi-fi-extenders-to-look-for-in-2019/#respondSun, 21 Jul 2019 22:38:22 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=29355Having one of the best Wi-Fi extenders means your wireless network will extend to the length and breadth of any given premises ensuring seamless connectivity in all parts of the building whether it is a private house, an office or any other sort of huge space where internet connectivity is required. Essentially a Wi-Fi extender simply boosts the Wi-Fi signal to make sure all devices on the given premises remain connected to a secure and reliable internet connection, no matter how far from the router.

When you use one of the best Wi-Fi Extenders you will feel the difference, particularly so if you have always experienced a slow network connection or a connection that continually drops. You don’t have to resort to spending a lot of money to route network cables throughout your home/office right away. First, you must determine whether it is a reliable internet connection that you need or you simply require to boost connectivity of your existing Wi-Fi internet. If you in fact need to switch your internet provider to ensure a smooth online experience, look into the Local Cable Deals which can bring you just that. And if it is just a question of inadequate range, you can get yourself a better Wi-Fi Extender to improve coverage throughout your home or office. To help you pick from among the best Wi-Fi Extenders, we have compiled the following list:

Linksys RE6500 AC1200 Dual-Band Wireless Range Extender

This Wi-Fi Extender looks more like a router and boasts a rather sturdy design. The Linksys Extender offers 4 Gigabit Ethernet ports helping users expand the network of devices on Ethernet. Also, there is an audio output jack that allows connection to an audio system – you can stream digital music and other types of content from your PC to your audio receiver – a feature that renders this device more versatile and robust. The Linksys Extender is quite affordable even for people on a budget.

“We’re always experimenting with new brewing processes that utilize the full flavor and aroma of Cashmere Hops without any of the intense bitterness of traditional IPAs. By adding blonde roasted oats to the grain bill we get a tremendously smooth mouthfeel that bursts with tropical fruity flavors,” said Anthony Canecchia, founder and brewmaster, SanTan Brewing Company.

Canecchia is well known for creating fun action-adventure personas to represent his brands including Mr. Pineapple, Sex Panther, MoonJuice and Otto – the Oktoberfest mascot. This time, Juicy Jack is the IPA you want to take with you on an adventure. Indiana Jones meets Star-Lord as illustrated in the can design, this Juicy Hazy IPA is ready to jump off the shelf and right into your next adventure.

“We’ve seen some hop fatigue happening out there. Fans of the flavor and aroma of IPA’s will really enjoy this brew without the high ABV and bitterness of a traditional IPA.

Cashmere and Mosaic hops are added at very specific times and temperatures late in the brew. As with all of our brands, Juicy Jack is brewed with love,” continued Canecchia.

Juicy Jack pairs well with savory and spicy dishes, chicken wings, burgers and it makes an amazing mimosa. In the pub, guests enjoy pairing Juicy Jack IPA with the Green Chili Cheeseburger and Brewhouse Nachos.

Open since 2007 under the leadership of founder and brewmaster, Anthony Canecchia, SanTan Brewing Company has established a strong reputation as Arizona’s favorite craft brewery. SanTan’s award-winning brews are available throughout Arizona, including at its friendly neighborhood pubs in Downtown Chandler, Uptown Phoenix and Sky Harbor International Airport. In 2015, SanTan began distilling with a mission to create flavors for the 21st century and to reimagine what spirits could be. SanTan Spirits are distilled and aged locally in Chandler, Arizona and have earned national recognition and awards. The experience of enjoying SanTan Spirits is fully realized in Spirit House, a tasting room and cocktail lounge opened in 2019. SanTan’s mission is to create uncommon quality for everyday occasions. To learn more, visit www.SanTanBrewing.com.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/gilbert/jump-into-your-next-adventure-with-juicy-jack-ipa-a-santan-brewing-company-hazy-ipa-with-tropical-fruity-flavors/feed/0Technology recruitment giant opens new location in Irvinehttps://mylocalnews.us/states/california/technology-recruitment-giant-opens-new-location-in-irvine/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=technology-recruitment-giant-opens-new-location-in-irvine
https://mylocalnews.us/states/california/technology-recruitment-giant-opens-new-location-in-irvine/#respondWed, 17 Jul 2019 23:25:54 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=29492After launching eight offices in the last 18 months, global technology recruitment firm Frank Recruitment Group has opened the doors to its new office in Orange County, California.

The new location has already created 20 jobs and plans to add another 35 sales roles in the next 12 months.

Located in Park Tower, right on the border of Irvine and Costa Mesa, Frank Recruitment Group will initially run three of its core brands out of the office, targeting on some of the most in-demand technologies today. Nigel Frank International will focus on Microsoft Azure jobs, while Mason Frank and Jefferson Frank will handle dedicated to Salesforce and Amazon Web Services (AWS) recruitment respectively.

The Irvine location is part of a strategy of heavy investment by the company in its Stateside operations. Founded in 2006 with three employees in Newcastle upon Tyne, UK, Frank Recruitment Group now operates 20 offices across four continents and employs almost 2,000 people worldwide. The last 18 months have seen the firm open up hubs in Tampa, Denver, and Scottsdale, as part of a wider plan to continue its trend of 40% year-over-year growth.

Business Manager Taylor Jones joined Frank Recruitment Group in 2013 as a recruitment consultant upon graduating from Mater Dei High School in neighboring Santa Ana. After successfully overseeing the firm’s Salesforce-focused careers program, the Mason Frank Tech Academy, Taylor will now spearhead the Irvine office’s operations and cement the firm as the go-to for anyone looking to hire high-caliber cloud professionals.

“I’m thrilled to announce the launch of our newest US office location. I grew up in the area and know first-hand just how incredible the potential is for businesses here. We’re excited to have launched, and we’re looking forward to helping Azure, Salesforce and AWS professionals in the community to find great jobs with great organizations.”

Microsoft Azure, Salesforce, and AWS have all seen their stock rise significantly in the last few years. Earlier in 2019, Microsoft was valued at $1tn—only the third company to reach this milestone—and attributed much of its success to the Azure cloud platform, which grew 76% year-over-year. Salesforce announced a record first quarter for FY 2020, delivering revenue of $3.74bn. On top of this, the company’s operating cash flow hit almost $2bn, up 34% year-over-year.

Amazon has also continued to establish itself as a major player in the tech industry. Its North American revenue saw a 17% increase, and Amazon’s cloud service continued its massive growth with a 41% sales increase totaling $7.7bn.

“We’re no longer talking about companies just thinking of migrating to the cloud,” said Ian Clark, Head of Americas at Frank Recruitment Group. “Most companies have already migrated, or are in the middle of it. It’s no longer ‘new’ tech, it’s established and growing at an incredible rate. The issue is that it’s a very candidate-short market, and that’s where we can add value to any business using these cloud technologies.”

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/states/california/technology-recruitment-giant-opens-new-location-in-irvine/feed/0Sharetea to Open First Arizona Location at Desert Ridge Marketplacehttps://mylocalnews.us/dining-2/sharetea-to-open-first-arizona-location-at-desert-ridge-marketplace/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sharetea-to-open-first-arizona-location-at-desert-ridge-marketplace
https://mylocalnews.us/dining-2/sharetea-to-open-first-arizona-location-at-desert-ridge-marketplace/#respondTue, 09 Jul 2019 11:59:48 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=29254Desert Ridge Marketplace will welcome internationally renowned boba tea brand, Sharetea to its lineup in late Summer 2019. The Taiwan-based black tea and pearl milk café will open its first Arizona location in The District near The Splash Pad.

“Our goal is to keep bringing fresh, cutting-edge concepts to the North Valley,” said Jenny Cushing, vice president of leasing at Vestar. “Now, with the addition of Sharetea, our customers can grab an authentic hot or cold brew Taiwanese tea to enjoy while shopping, viewing an outdoor movie, or catching a live concert at our stage.”

In 2017, Desert Ridge Marketplace underwent a transformative $22 million renovation, which brought the community new and unique concepts, elevated amenities including bocce ball courts, eco-friendly turf, children’s play areas, electric vehicle charging stations and state-of-the-art LED entertainment screens.

Since the renovation, Desert Ridge Marketplace has attracted iconic brands and innovative concepts which have signed on to be part of the shopping center’s next generation, including H&M, Victoria’s Secret PINK, Copper Blues Live, Flower Child, The Whining Pig Beer & Wine Bar, Barrio Queen and ComicX. More exceptional brands are expected to come in 2019 and 2020.

“Desert Ridge Marketplace is the perfect venue for our first Arizona location,” said Tracy Tran, Business Developer/Area Manager of Sharetea. “Our vibrant atmosphere and tasty beverages will provide North Valley residents a treat they can enjoy with friends and family.”

Desert Ridge Marketplace is located at 21001 N. Tatum Blvd., Phoenix. To learn more about how the center is continuing to evolve, visit shopdesertridge.com.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/dining-2/sharetea-to-open-first-arizona-location-at-desert-ridge-marketplace/feed/0When the Aussie’s Come to Townhttps://mylocalnews.us/community/foodie-reviews/when-the-aussies-come-to-town/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=when-the-aussies-come-to-town
https://mylocalnews.us/community/foodie-reviews/when-the-aussies-come-to-town/#respondFri, 28 Jun 2019 19:55:59 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=29235In the Lower East Side there are a lot of restaurants one would suggest visiting, some being Stanton Social, Pizza Beach, or Vandal but those places are mostly known for going-out/hot spot/dinner places and sometimes we forget about the other gems that aren’t in the dinner category – A forgotten food are (sometimes) and the most important meal of the day for that matter.

Good Thanks, an Australian breakfast joint located on Orchard & Rivington is shaking things up a little in the food world that isn’t just delicious but fresh, local and well-priced. There has been a big push for Australian joints in the US in the past few years and Good Thanks is one that, I feel, goes above and beyond your usual expectation for Flat White’s and eggs. The space, very narrow yet open, has a fresh and clean feel with white walls, succulent accents and large windows that allow natural light to flood in. Being an Australian establishment, their goal is to provide us Americans (and other visitors) with healthy and delicious food that won’t make our bodies feel gross – nothing wrong with a hearty meal and a healthy one as well!

Whether you’re in the mood for some fresh yogurt and house-made granola or a kimchi and eggs concoction that will make your heart full, there is something on the menu for all and it will for damn sure make you feel happy and content once you leave. My favorite and ultimate go-to at this spot is their avocado toast topped with the scrambled eggs. Basically, picture a super dense and thick piece of delicious, in-house-made bread topped with a mound of avocado that has been flavored up with pepper, lemon, chili flakes and other secrets one cannot share. It gets better too because after all of that we add the most crucial and important part – the egg – a fluffy, fresh scrambled egg mound that makes the whole dish come together. I know some might say that this is such a simple meal and you can easily make it at home and not to lie, I am one of those people as well, but this is like no other avocado toast. There is something about the creativity, fresh flavors and fluffiness of the eggs that one cannot master at home (and trust me, I have tried).

Good Thanks is space for all, whether it be a morning brunch spot after a workout with your gals, or an afternoon bite when you’re still craving something in the breakfast genre, or even a quick pick up spot for people like me who live in the neighborhood. With no reservations, the wait can sometimes get lengthy but my best move when that is the case is to put my name in, grab a coffee down the street, and explore all of the art, clothing stores, or even just people watch while waiting. I can attest that during these waiting periods I have found my favorite pair of shoes and my favorite coffee shop (on Orchard & Broome attached to Dudley’s).

Once the wait is over, there is one thing for certain – go and explore the menu. Be open to trying the things that don’t appeal to you the most because sometimes the most basic items on the menu can be the most eye-opening, delicious ones of all.

The Arizona Coyotes announced their schedule for the 2019-20 National Hockey League regular season with a spoof on a scene from the 2003 romcom “Love Actually.” In the video, mascot Howler knocks on the door of team personality Kristen Keogh and professes his love of the team with a series of cue cards with each team matchup throughout the season.

In the 2019-2020 season, the Coyotes will play a total of 82 games (41 home and 41 away), as well as seven preseason games (two home and five away). The Coyotes will open their 24th year in the Valley of the Sun on Thursday, Oct. 3 at the Honda Center against Ryan Getzlaf, John Gibson and the Anaheim Ducks. Arizona will host Patrice Bergeron, David Pastrnak and the 2019 Eastern Conference Champion Boston Bruins on Saturday, Oct. 5 at 6 p.m. in the home opener.

The start time for most weeknight home games will be 7 p.m. The team will play five weeknight home games with 7:30 p.m. start times including Nov. 27 vs. Anaheim, Dec. 19 vs. Minnesota, Jan. 30 vs. Los Angeles, Mar. 12 vs. Vancouver and Mar. 20 vs. Detroit.

The NHL’s scheduling format will see the Coyotes play four games against Pacific Division rivals Anaheim, Calgary, Edmonton, Los Angeles, San Jose and Vancouver. Arizona will face Vegas five times for a total of 29 Pacific Division matchups. The Coyotes will face the remaining seven Western Conference teams three times each for a total of 21 games. In addition, the Coyotes will play each of the 16 Eastern Conference teams twice, once at home and once on the road.

Arizona’s season-long home stand will be five games against Vancouver (Mar. 12), N.Y. Rangers (Mar. 14), Dallas (Mar. 16), Vegas (Mar. 18) and Detroit (Mar. 20). The team’s longest road trips will each be four games: Oct. 22-28, Dec. 3-8 and Feb. 8-13.

Arizona’s busiest month will be November with 16 games (9 home and 7 road). The 2019-20 schedule contains 13 back to back sets.

PRESEASON SCHEDULE

The Coyotes will begin their seven-game preseason schedule on Sunday, September 15 against the Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena. Arizona will then face the Kings in a split-squad matchup on Sept. 17. The Coyotes return home to host the Ducks on Saturday, Sept. 21. Admission to both Coyotes home preseason games on Sept. 17 and 21 will be free for all first responders, service members and kids 14 and under. Arizona will conclude its preseason with a three-game road trip to play the Oilers (Sept. 24), Canucks (Sept. 26) and the Ducks (Sept. 28).

ALL-STAR BREAK

The Coyotes will break for the 2020 NHL All-Star Game from Jan. 24-26. The midseason showcase will be held Jan. 26 in St. Louis, Missouri at Enterprise Center.

BYE WEEK

Arizona will take its bye week from Jan. 19-23 when the team will have five days off.

COYOTES 2019-20 FULL SEASON TICKETS START AS LOW AS $731 PER SEAT

The Coyotes also announced that 2019-20 full season tickets & half season plans including the popular “Weekender” plan are on sale now. In addition, the Coyotes are currently taking deposits for 11 game Pick Your Own and 10 game Power Play plans that will go on sale Wednesday, July 10. These plans allow valued fans to customize their package while receiving significant price savings and select benefits. All Coyotes full and half season tickets come with priority seating for 2020 playoff tickets along with additional unique benefits.

To learn more about these flexible ticket options, please call 480-563-PUCK (7825) or visit ArizonaCoyotes.com.

HOME DATES TO REMEMBER

October 5 – Home opener against the Boston Bruins at Gila River Arena.

March 12 – Elias Pettersson and the Vancouver Canucks visit Gila River Arena.

March 14 – Henrik Lundqvist and the New York Rangers make their only stop in Glendale.

March 18 ­- The Coyotes take on Mark Stone and the Vegas Golden Knights.

March 28 – Ryan Johansen and the Nashville Predators come to Arizona.

April 4 – The Coyotes host the Winnipeg Jets in the regular season finale.

ARIZONA COYOTES 2019-20 PRESEASON AND REGULAR SEASON SCHEDULE

PRESEASON

Sun. Sept. 15: at Vegas, 1:30 p.m.

Tue. Sept. 17: LOS ANGELES, 7 p.m.#

Tue. Sept. 17: at Los Angeles, 7:30 p.m.#

Sat. Sept. 21: ANAHEIM, 6 p.m.

Tues. Sept. 24: at Edmonton, 7 p.m.

Thu. Sept. 26: at Vancouver, 7 p.m.

Sat. Sept. 28: at Anaheim, 7 p.m.

REGULAR SEASON

OCTOBER

Thu. Oct. 3: at Anaheim, 7 p.m.

Sat. Oct. 5: BOSTON, 6 p.m.

Thu. Oct. 10: VEGAS, 7 p.m.

Sat. Oct. 12: at Colorado, 6 p.m.

Tue. Oct. 15: at Winnipeg, 5 p.m.

Thu. Oct. 17: NASHVILLE, 7 p.m.

Sat. Oct. 19: OTTAWA, 4 p.m.

Tue. Oct. 22: at NY Rangers, 4 p.m.

Thu. Oct. 24: at NY Islanders, 4 p.m.

Fri. Oct. 25: at New Jersey, 4 p.m.

Mon. Oct. 28: at Buffalo, 4 p.m.

Wed. Oct. 30: MONTREAL, 7 p.m.

NOVEMBER

Sat. Nov. 2: COLORADO, 6 p.m.

Mon. Nov. 4: at Edmonton, 7 p.m.

Tue. Nov. 5: at Calgary, 7 p.m.

Thu. Nov. 7: COLUMBUS, 7 p.m.

Sat. Nov. 9: MINNESOTA, 6 p.m.

Mon. Nov. 11: at Washington, 4 p.m.

Tue. Nov. 12: at St. Louis, 6 p.m.

Thu. Nov. 14: at Minnesota, 6 p.m.

Sat. Nov. 16: CALGARY, 2 p.m.

Mon. Nov. 18: LOS ANGELES, 7 p.m.

Thu. Nov. 21: TORONTO, 7 p.m.

Sat. Nov. 23: at Los Angeles, 2 p.m.

Sun. Nov. 24: EDMONTON, 6 p.m.

Wed. Nov. 27: ANAHEIM, 7 p.m.

Fri. Nov. 29: at Vegas, 4 p.m.

Sat. Nov. 30: SAN JOSE, 6 p.m.

DECEMBER

Tue. Dec. 3: at Columbus, 5 p.m.

Thu. Dec. 5: at Philadelphia, 5 p.m.

Fri. Dec. 6: at Pittsburgh, 5 p.m.

Sun. Dec. 8: at Chicago, 5 p.m.

Tue. Dec. 10: CALGARY, 7 p.m.

Thu. Dec. 12: CHICAGO, 7 p.m.

Sat. Dec. 14: NEW JERSEY, 6 p.m.

Tue. Dec. 17: at San Jose, 8:30 p.m.

Thu. Dec. 19: MINNESOTA, 7:30 p.m.

Sat. Dec. 28: at Vegas, 8 p.m.

Sun. Dec. 29: DALLAS, 6 p.m.

Tue. Dec. 31: ST LOUIS, 7 p.m.

JANUARY

Thu. Jan. 2: ANAHEIM, 7 p.m.

Sat. Jan. 4: PHILADELPHIA, 6 p.m.

Tue. Jan. 7: at Florida, 5 p.m.

Thu. Jan. 9: at Tampa Bay, 5 p.m.

Fri. Jan. 10: at Carolina, 5:30 p.m.

Sun. Jan. 12: PITTSBURGH, 4 p.m.

Tue. Jan. 14: SAN JOSE, 7 p.m.

Thu. Jan. 16: at Vancouver, 8 p.m.

Sat. Jan. 18: at Edmonton, 1 p.m.

Wed. Jan. 29: at Anaheim, 8 p.m.

Thu. Jan. 30: LOS ANGELES, 7:30 p.m.

FEBRUARY

Sat. Feb. 1: CHICAGO, 6 p.m.

Tue. Feb. 4: EDMONTON, 7 p.m.

Thu. Feb. 6: CAROLINA, 7 p.m.

Sat. Feb. 8: at Boston, 1 p.m.

Mon. Feb. 10: at Montreal, 5 p.m.

Tue. Feb. 11: at Toronto, 5 p.m.

Thu. Feb. 13: at Ottawa, 5:30 p.m.

Sat. Feb. 15: WASHINGTON , 8 p.m.

Mon. Feb. 17: NY ISLANDERS, 2 p.m.

Wed. Feb. 19: at Dallas, 6:30 p.m.

Thu. Feb. 20: at St. Louis, 6 p.m.

Sat. Feb. 22: TAMPA BAY, 6 p.m.

Tue. Feb. 25: FLORIDA, 7 p.m.

Sat. Feb. 29: BUFFALO, 6 p.m.

MARCH

Wed. Mar. 4: at Vancouver, 8:30 p.m.

Fri. Mar. 6: at Calgary, 7 p.m.

Mon. Mar. 9: at Winnipeg, 5 p.m.

Thu. Mar. 12: VANCOUVER, 7:30 p.m.

Sat. Mar. 14: NY RANGERS, 6 p.m.

Mon. Mar. 16: DALLAS, 7 p.m.

Wed. Mar. 18: VEGAS, 7 p.m.

Fri. Mar. 20: DETROIT, 7:30 p.m.

Sun. Mar. 22: at Los Angeles, 7 p.m.

Wed. Mar. 25: at Vegas, 7:30 p.m.

Sat. Mar. 28: NASHVILLE, 6 p.m.

Sun. Mar. 29: at San Jose, 7 p.m.

Tue. Mar. 31: at Colorado, 6 p.m.

APRIL

Thu. Apr. 2 : VANCOUVER, 7 p.m.

Sat. Apr. 4: WINNIPEG, 1 p.m.

ALL TIMES LOCAL ARIZONA TIME

Preseason games in italics

# Split squad games

The following is a month-by-month and team-by-team breakdown of the Coyotes home and away schedule:

MONTH-HOME -AWAY

OCTOBER: 5-7

NOVEMBER: 9-7

DECEMBER: 6-8

JANUARY: 5-6

FEBRUARY: 8-6

MARCH: 6-7

APRIL: 2-0

DAY-HOME -AWAY

SUNDAY: 3-4

MONDAY: 3-6

TUESDAY: 5-9

WEDNESDAY: 3-4

THURSDAY: 11-8

FRIDAY: 1-5

SATURDAY: 15-5

OPPONENT-HOME-AWAY

ANAHEIM: 2-2

BOSTON: 1-1

BUFFALO: 1-1

CALGARY: 2-2

CAROLINA: 1-1

CHICAGO: 2-1

COLORADO: 1-2

COLUMBUS: 1-1

DALLAS: 2-1

DETROIT: 1-1

EDMONTON: 2-2

FLORIDA: 1-1

LOS ANGELES: 2-2

MINNESOTA: 2-1

MONTREAL: 1-1

NASHVILLE: 2-1

NEW JERSEY: 1-1

N.Y. ISLANDERS: 1-1

N.Y. RANGERS: 1-1

OTTAWA: 1-1

PHILADELPHIA: 1-1

PITTSBURGH: 1-1

ST. LOUIS: 1-2

SAN JOSE: 2-2

TAMPA BAY: 1-1

TORONTO: 1-1

VANCOUVER: 2-2

VEGAS: 2-3

WASHINGTON: 1-1

WINNIPEG: 1-2

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/sports-professional/arizona-coyotes-announce-2019-2020-season-with-love-actually-spoof/feed/0Did Someone Say Bottomless Wine?https://mylocalnews.us/community/foodie-reviews/did-someone-say-bottomless-wine/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=did-someone-say-bottomless-wine
https://mylocalnews.us/community/foodie-reviews/did-someone-say-bottomless-wine/#respondFri, 28 Jun 2019 12:01:28 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=29229East Village – the home of many bottomless brunch spots, pizza joints, and young adults trying to find the next best deal in town. With the neighborhood up in full swing at all hours of the night, you have to have some spots that don’t just satisfy the brunch lovers. So where should you go when you’re itching for a fun, cheap, tasty place for a dinner with friends? Look no further thanSan Marzano on 2nd Avenue and 7th St.

For large groups of 6 or more you can make a reservation, which I highly recommend you doing since larger parties are harder to accommodate during prime restaurant hours (usually 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.). For smaller parties, seating is on a first-come-first-served basis and the wait is generally 30-40 minutes, but it goes by faster than you think. My go-to for snagging a reservation during prime hours is putting my name in (I live in the neighborhood) and head back home and open up a bottle of wine until notified. But be careful because if you opt in for the 2 hour bottomless wine selection – you’ll want to pace yourself before you get started (and this is something I would recommend because I do believe it is the best and cheapest deal ni the neighborhood).

In terms of the menu, there is something for everyone – whether you are lactose intolerant, vegetarian, or don’t like pasta, this Italian joint is accommodating to all. My favorites on the menu are broken down below, as I generally tend to stick to the same order every time I come. Noting that, when I do eat at San Marzano, I am usually with 2+ people meaning that everyone can share a little bit of everything!

Favorites in order of menu –

Appetizers: Burrata and brussels sprouts are my favorite things to order for the table,

recommend getting both of these or if you only want to pick one – the burrata is super creamy and fresh and paired with bread.

Salads: The baby arugula salad is super fresh and tasty – I am a big fan of beets so if that is not your forte then I would stray away from this one.

Fresh Pasta: San Marzano does their pasta menu a bit differently and, in my opinion, more fun. Instead of having certain pastas to choose from, they allow you to create your own with different types of noodles, sauces, toppings, all the inner workings of a pasta created by you.

There is also a selection of paninis if pasta isn’t your favorite and those are pretty tasty as well! Regardless, this joint is interactive, delicious and most importantly CHEAP. With prices ranging from $7-$9 for food, you can leave here satisfied and not feel like you ruined your budget for the month – now that is something to toast to!

Anyone who loves shrimp and seafood has no shortage of amazing meals and dining options to choose from. It’s incredible what can be made from cooking frozen or fresh shrimp, and here are five tantalizing examples you should consider making or ordering soon! These 5 shrimp dishes for any seafood lover will satisfy all your seafood cravings.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/dining/delicious-shrimp-inspired-meals-for-your-family/feed/0Uber Rewards Loyal Customers With New Helicopter Servicehttps://mylocalnews.us/community-websites/new-york-city/uber-rewards-loyal-customers-new-helicopter-service/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=uber-rewards-loyal-customers-new-helicopter-service
https://mylocalnews.us/community-websites/new-york-city/uber-rewards-loyal-customers-new-helicopter-service/#respondWed, 19 Jun 2019 05:19:00 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=29204Uber is continuing to move forward into the future with the launch of a new helicopter service between John F. Kennedy (JFK) and Lower Manhattan.

If you want to fly over the city that never sleeps in incredible fashion, this new service starts on July 9. The ride-share company says customers who choose this option will travel eight minutes from the airport to the city. That same trip by car could take more than an hour on the average day with New York traffic.

Prices per journey will fall between the range of $220 and $225 per passenger, with surge pricing applied as per usual. This new helicopter service serves a route that many visitors and residents alike make everyday, and it includes the helicopter ride and a private car ride to or from the terminal. Passengers will have baggage restrictions of one carry-on bag 40 pounds or less and one personal bag when boarding.

Passengers who wish to use this service will need to be in one of Uber’s two top-tier loyalty levels in order to be eligible for the helicopter ride, but tit’s possible that the program will be expanded if it is successful.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community-websites/new-york-city/uber-rewards-loyal-customers-new-helicopter-service/feed/0Pedestrian Fatally Struck by Car in the Bronxhttps://mylocalnews.us/community/crime/pedestrian-fatally-struck-by-car-the-bronx/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pedestrian-fatally-struck-by-car-the-bronx
https://mylocalnews.us/community/crime/pedestrian-fatally-struck-by-car-the-bronx/#respondMon, 17 Jun 2019 02:17:33 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=29197NYPD are investigating a hit and run in the Bronx that left a pedestrian dead.

The incident happened in the early hours of Sunday, and police say 37-year-old Christopher Nieves of the Bronx was crossing the street, outside of the crosswalk, when he was hit by a vehicle that fled the scene.

Nieves was taken to Lincoln Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.

Police are currently reviewing surveillance video from the scene in their search of the suspect. The vehicle involved in the incident is described as a tan or brown Chevy Tahoe.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/crime/pedestrian-fatally-struck-by-car-the-bronx/feed/0Fatal House Fire in Long Island Claims One Lifehttps://mylocalnews.us/community-websites/new-york-city/fatal-house-fire-long-island-claims-one-life/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=fatal-house-fire-long-island-claims-one-life
https://mylocalnews.us/community-websites/new-york-city/fatal-house-fire-long-island-claims-one-life/#respondFri, 14 Jun 2019 23:36:14 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=29192A Long Island house fire killed a woman and injured her adult daughter on Friday morning.

Emergency responders were called to a home on Ohls Street near North Clinton Avenue just before 10 a.m.

According to Suffolk County Police, 65-year-old Elisa Doughty was pronounced dead at the scene. Her 34-year-old daughter, Kristle Doughty, suffered burns to more than 20% of her body. Firefighters found her on the ground floor and she was rushed to a local hospital.

North Patchogue fire chief Thomas Wassmer said it was possible she was burned while trying to make it down the stairs. Although Suffolk Police say the fire does not seem criminal in nature, it’s likely to have started in the basement where the victim lived.

Police say the basement apartment with a small kitchen was illegal. Authorities are also investigating complaints by neighbors of alleged drug dealing at the house.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community-websites/new-york-city/fatal-house-fire-long-island-claims-one-life/feed/0Valley’s Muscular Moving Men Becomes First and Only Moving Company Partnered with Nike and BSN Sportshttps://mylocalnews.us/states/arizona/valleys-muscular-moving-men-becomes-first-and-only-moving-company-partnered-with-nike-and-bsn-sports/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=valleys-muscular-moving-men-becomes-first-and-only-moving-company-partnered-with-nike-and-bsn-sports
https://mylocalnews.us/states/arizona/valleys-muscular-moving-men-becomes-first-and-only-moving-company-partnered-with-nike-and-bsn-sports/#respondFri, 14 Jun 2019 11:06:17 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=29157Muscular Moving Men & Storage has become the first and only moving company in the world partnered with Nike and renowned athletic apparel company BSN Sports.

Starting June 7, Muscular Moving Men’s North Phoenix warehouse will be transformed into an official Nike and BSN Sports Training Facility, where mover-athletes will train to bulk up and bring the highest-quality moves to customers in the Valley and beyond. The training facility is open to all MMM and M3 team members as a way to test fitness levels for current and future mover athletes. It is also a has become a way for current and future MMM clients to get to know their moving partner and tour the facility where their items are stored.

“We take the job of ‘mover-athlete’ seriously, and we are beyond proud and humbled that Nike and BSN Sports have recognized that in our team,” said Justin Hodge, president of Muscular Moving Men & Storage. “We will work tirelessly to live up to the incredible reputations these brands have built over the decades.”

In addition to providing Nike-branded equipment to Muscular Moving Men & Storage’s in-warehouse gym, BSN Sports will also ensure the moving team is outfitted in the finest Nike branded apparel. Muscular Moving Men will be licensed to use the “Nike Check” in marketing materials, websites, proposals and outreach. In addition, Gatorade will provide performance-based snacks and drinks to keep the Muscular Moving Men team hydrated and fueled for heavy duty moves and training.

The partnership extends to Muscular Moving Men’s commercial moving division, M3 Commercial Moving & Logistics, which debuted earlier this year and is one of just a few moving and logistics companies certified by the International Office Moving Institute (IOMI), an independent moving resource and training organization.

Muscular Moving Men was established in Phoenix in 2008 when best friends and founders Hodge and Josh Jurhill began moving customers with just one trailer and their own muscles. With a focus on the core values of quality, financial efficiency, respect, advancement, culture and customer experience, Muscular Moving Men out-moved the competition, growing to more than 80 employees and moving 20,000 families and businesses in just 11 years.

“The partnership between Muscular Moving Men & Storage and BSN Sports/Nike was an easy one to envision right from the start,” said Josh Meyer, Arizona branch manager at BSN Sports. “BSN Sports and Nike are both companies that pursue excellence in everything they do and have this in common with Muscular Moving Men & Storage. We are fortunate to cross paths with a company that sees the importance of treating their employees as their most valuable assets like many of the teams we work with. The alignment of employee and athlete is unique to the Muscular Moving Men & Storage corporate culture and we at BSN Sports look forward to a long and successful partnership in supporting this mission.”

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/states/arizona/valleys-muscular-moving-men-becomes-first-and-only-moving-company-partnered-with-nike-and-bsn-sports/feed/0Cider Corps, Myke’s Pizza Join Forceshttps://mylocalnews.us/mesa/cider-corps-mykes-pizza-join-forces/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=cider-corps-mykes-pizza-join-forces
https://mylocalnews.us/mesa/cider-corps-mykes-pizza-join-forces/#respondFri, 14 Jun 2019 10:42:06 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=29174Cider and pizza fans know something big has been going on behind the giant flag that cover the back wall of the Cider Corps taproom. On Friday, June 14, the craft cidery in Downtown Mesa officially unveils its completed taproom expansion that includes Myke’s Pizza as a fast-casual eatery, additional production space and a patio.

Cider Corps has converted 2,000 square feet of space next to the cidery to accommodate additional production equipment and a new bottling line. The expanded facility includes 10 new fermenters ranging in capacity from 12-30 barrels that give Cider Corps the ability to produce four times as much craft cider.

Josh and Jason Duren (Sgt, USMC, Ret.) opened Cider Corps on Veteran’s Day in November 2017 offering craft ciders in a range of flavors. They served more than 2,600 pints on opening day and the popularity of their cider hasn’t slowed since. In 2018, Cider Corps produced about 40,000 gallons served in its taproom and at dozens of locations around the state.

“We’re excited to have the ability to provide our cider not just to craft beverage bars but also to more restaurants and package stores,” said Josh Duren. “But the expansion isn’t just about meeting demand. It’s about growing without losing the flexibility to experiment and collaborate.”

Collaboration is at the core of one of the most unique aspects of the expansion project – the inclusion of Myke’s Pizza inside the taproom.

Myke Olsen started a pop-up pizza stand in Mesa in 2016 and developed a cult following of fans who patiently wait as each pie is made one at a time in a table-top oven. Now, Olsen and business partner and co-owner Manoly Kladovasilakis will craft the pizzas in a Renato wood-fire oven that can bake about five pizzas at a time. The pizzeria will operate as a fast-casual concept where people can order at the counter to enjoy inside the cidery or to take away. Myke’s menu of six pizzas will remain the same with prices for the pies ranging from $10 – $14. Eventually, Olsen and Kladovasilakis plan to expand it to include side dishes and salads.

“By joining with Myke and Manoly, we’re broadening what the taproom is known for and bringing attention to what Arizona is becoming known for: a destination for craft beverage and craft food. We hope it will elevate the experience for everyone.”

In addition to the interior changes, Cider Corps is also growing outside. It now has a patio space along the loading-dock style doors facing Robson Street that seats about 40 people.

Myke’s Pizza will be open Wednesdays – Saturdays from 5-9 pm. When Myke’s Pizza is not open, Cider Corps will have a rotation of food trucks at the cidery. Cider Corps is open seven days a week. Hours vary. For more details about hours, cider offerings and food trucks, follow Cider Corps on Instagram @cidercorps.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/mesa/cider-corps-mykes-pizza-join-forces/feed/0Kids Eat Free at Morning Squeeze This Summerhttps://mylocalnews.us/dt/kids-eat-free-at-morning-squeeze-this-summer/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=kids-eat-free-at-morning-squeeze-this-summer
https://mylocalnews.us/dt/kids-eat-free-at-morning-squeeze-this-summer/#respondFri, 14 Jun 2019 10:31:55 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=29176The groovy breakfast spot Morning Squeeze is making sure parents won’t feel the squeeze on their budgets while kids are out of school this summer. Starting June 3, little ones 12 and under can get one free entrée from the restaurant’s Kid’s Menu.

The Morning Squeeze Kids Menu includes a variety of breakfast and lunch items:

Mouse Pancake

French Toast Sticks with maple syrup

1 Egg My Way with bacon and potatoes

Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Fries

The offer is good Monday – Friday all day at the two Morning Squeeze locations in Tempe and Scottsdale. It runs from June 3 – August 31, 2019.

About Morning Squeeze

Morning Squeeze has been serving up breakfast and lunch since 2013. Now with two locations in the heart of Old Town Scottsdale and Tempe’s bustling Mill Avenue, the Squeeze blends a groovy 70s vibe with classic diner dishes and hip and healthy brunch favorites. Its dog-friendly patios even welcome Fido with his own Wagger’s Menu. Morning Squeeze is open seven days a week from 7 a.m. – 2 p.m. Find a Squeeze near you at morningsqueeze.com and on Instagram @morningsqueeze.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/dt/kids-eat-free-at-morning-squeeze-this-summer/feed/0Our Future is in Motion: Ford Motor Company Reflects on 20 Years in Sustainability with New Goals Aheadhttps://mylocalnews.us/states/arizona/our-future-is-in-motion-ford-motor-company-reflects-on-20-years-in-sustainability-with-new-goals-ahead/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=our-future-is-in-motion-ford-motor-company-reflects-on-20-years-in-sustainability-with-new-goals-ahead
https://mylocalnews.us/states/arizona/our-future-is-in-motion-ford-motor-company-reflects-on-20-years-in-sustainability-with-new-goals-ahead/#respondWed, 12 Jun 2019 13:33:40 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=29162In 1999, Ford Motor Company became the first company in the industry to publish a Sustainability Report. Since then, Ford has spent the past two decades continuing to move toward a more sustainable world.

“We are committed to having a positive impact on the planet and the communities where we live and operate,” said Kim Pittel, vice president, sustainability, environment and safety engineering. “By working with our partners and suppliers to find solutions that protect the planet and make people’s lives better, we can make an even bigger impact and reach our goals together.”

Ford has come a long way from its first report, which initially focused on environmental issues. The company’s approach to sustainability is now much more broad and has celebrated continuous progress over the years.

Last year was a pivotal year for some of that progress. In 2018 alone, Ford:

Celebrated 10 years of soybean-based foam in more than 18.5 million vehicles built in North America

Conducted a formal United Nations human rights saliency assessment

Met the company’s previously set 2010 goal to reduce operational GHG emissions per vehicle produced by 30 percent – eight years early

Announced aspirational goals of zero water withdrawals for manufacturing processes, only using freshwater for human consumption

Vision for the Future

To prepare for the next 20 years, Ford is building upon the aspirational goals of 2018 and committing to several new goals in the journey to become the world’s most trusted company, designing smart vehicles for a smart world.

Those aspirations, which will guide future sustainability targets and strategies, include:

Driving human progress by providing mobility and accessibility for all

Becoming the most inclusive and diverse enterprise globally

Responsibly sourcing all raw materials used in vehicles globally

Using only recycled and renewable plastics in vehicles globally

Working Toward the Vision

While aspirational goals set Ford’s long-term sustainability strategy, the company has established specific sustainability targets in conjunction with the 20th anniversary Sustainability Report, to help achieve its vision for the future:

Ford will use 100 percent renewable energy for all manufacturing plants globally by 2035, meaning the energy comes from sources that naturally replenish – such as hydropower, geothermal or wind and solar.

As a step toward this goal, the company has committed to a substantial renewable energy procurement through DTE Energy’s MIGreenPower program, which will provide 500,000 megawatt hours of locally sourced Michigan wind energy – Ford’s largest ever renewable energy purchase.

Ford will continue to do its part to reduce CO2 emissions consistent with the Paris Climate Accord. Ford’s first Climate Change Scenario Report, published in tandem with the Sustainability Report, details Ford’s vision for the transition to a low-carbon economy and resilience to managing climate risk in the future.

Ford will eliminate single-use plastics from operations by 2030.

Additional Report Highlights

In addition to these aspirational goals and sustainability targets, Ford has officially launched SHE-MOVES (Strengthening Her: Mobilizing Ventures for Social Innovation), a grant program from Ford Motor Company and Ford Fund that supports community ventures benefitting women and children in India, South Africa and Nigeria and promotes access to mobility.

The company also selected three inaugural grantees:

Zaclon India Pvt. Ltd. – trains more than 40 women in India to operate and maintain vehicles, supporting job placement, as well as instructs them in self-defense and personal safety

Shuttlers – provides specialized shuttles along a frequently traveled route while facilitating a customized learning experience for at least 600 women in Nigeria for one year

Beyond the new goals and initiatives being announced in conjunction with the 20th annual Sustainability Report, the company also highlights in depth additional details from last year’s efforts and accomplishments around people, planet and product innovation. To read the full report, visit sustainability.ford.com.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/states/arizona/our-future-is-in-motion-ford-motor-company-reflects-on-20-years-in-sustainability-with-new-goals-ahead/feed/0Mickey’s Jukebox, a Tribute to the Music of Disneyhttps://mylocalnews.us/community/events-community/mickeys-jukebox-a-tribute-to-the-music-of-disney/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=mickeys-jukebox-a-tribute-to-the-music-of-disney
https://mylocalnews.us/community/events-community/mickeys-jukebox-a-tribute-to-the-music-of-disney/#respondWed, 12 Jun 2019 08:04:40 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=29135Copperstate Productions is pleased to announce the world premiere of a brand new, interactive musical revue, Mickey’s Jukebox, A Tribute to the Music of Disney. In this one-of-a-kind musical, audience members who arrive at least 15 minutes before curtain, are invited to select their favorites from our giant jukebox of over 100 of the greatest Disney songs ever written. The choices are tallied and a brand-new revue, created by the audience, is brought to life before their very eyes by our talented and versatile cast. Each show is as unique and as different as the audience that created it! A fun show for audiences of all ages!

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/events-community/mickeys-jukebox-a-tribute-to-the-music-of-disney/feed/0July Maricopa County Home and Landscape Showhttps://mylocalnews.us/states/arizona/july-maricopa-county-home-and-landscape-show/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=july-maricopa-county-home-and-landscape-show
https://mylocalnews.us/states/arizona/july-maricopa-county-home-and-landscape-show/#respondWed, 12 Jun 2019 07:02:16 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=29133The Maricopa County Home & Landscape Show, the largest home show in the Southwest, returns to State Farm Stadium Friday, July 19 through Sunday, July 21, featuring more than 1,000 inventive and inspiring exhibits.

The Maricopa County Home & Landscape Show, complete with thousands of home improvement, design and landscaping products and services offered at exclusive Home Show pricing.

Make Your Own Beeswax Candle: Buzz on over to the AZ Queen Bee booth to roll your own take-home beeswax candle. Sample buzzworthy infused honey with flavors including creamed strawberry, chocolate, lemon, orange blossom, cinnamon and desert bloom. Observe a live bee hive with the American Honey Queen and sample one of her “cooking with honey” recipes.

Military Appreciation: $4 admission with valid military identification all three days.

July Birthdays: Visit the info booth for a special gift with valid ID.

FREE ADMISSION: Donate a new backpack for a student in need, and receive two FREE tickets or any five school supplies from the list on the Home Show website for one FREE ticket at Gate 2, benefitting the Maricopa County Education Service Agency.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/states/arizona/july-maricopa-county-home-and-landscape-show/feed/0City of Phoenix Fire and Police Departments, Phoenix Ford Dealers and QuikTrip (QT) Partner to Raise Awareness of the Dangers of Hot Carshttps://mylocalnews.us/states/arizona/city-of-phoenix-fire-and-police-departments-phoenix-ford-dealers-and-quiktrip-qt-partner-to-raise-awareness-of-the-dangers-of-hot-cars/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=city-of-phoenix-fire-and-police-departments-phoenix-ford-dealers-and-quiktrip-qt-partner-to-raise-awareness-of-the-dangers-of-hot-cars
https://mylocalnews.us/states/arizona/city-of-phoenix-fire-and-police-departments-phoenix-ford-dealers-and-quiktrip-qt-partner-to-raise-awareness-of-the-dangers-of-hot-cars/#respondWed, 12 Jun 2019 06:43:23 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=29131Arizona’s summer heat can be extremely dangerous. Temperatures inside a vehicle can reach 50 degrees higher than the outside temperature. Cracking a window will not provide much relief to children and pets left inside the vehicle.

Recognizing this, City of Phoenix Fire Department, City of Phoenix Police Department, the Phoenix Ford Dealers and QuikTrip (QT) have partnered to raise awareness of the dangers of hot cars.

The Phoenix Ford Dealers are producing an informative window cling, in both English and Spanish, that will be affixed to the store windows at all QuikTrip locations statewide as well as all Valley Ford dealerships.

According to the National Safety Council, since 1998, nearly every state across the country has experienced at least one child death associated with being left in a vehicle.

Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego, City Councilwoman Laura Pastor, John Nissen from Phoenix Ford Dealers, Phoenix Fire Chief Kara Kalkbrenner, Phoenix Police Chief Jeri Williams as well as a medical doctor and a representative from the Arizona Humane Society participated in a demonstration on June 5 that showed how quickly the temperature in a vehicle in Arizona’s summer heat can rise to dangerous levels.

According to Mayor Gallego, it is why the public safety departments from the City of Phoenix are joining forces to remind the community about the dangers of leaving kids and pets in hot cars.

“Sadly, the Valley already saw one death this year after an 18-month-girl was left in a hot car. One child lost is one too many. We must dedicate ourselves to educating as many people as possible about these preventable tragedies.”

Just last year, 52 children across the country died from heatstroke after being left in a vehicle. This year already, nine deaths have been reported nationwide.

“The National Safety Council advises parents and caregivers to stick to a routine and avoid distractions to reduce the risk of forgetting a child in the car,” said Councilwoman Pastor. “They offer a variety of suggestions as a reminder to check the vehicle one final time.”

These recommendations include:

Placing a purse, briefcase or your left shoe in the back seat to remind you to take one last look before walking away from your vehicle.

Keeping car doors locked so that children cannot gain access.

Teach children that cars are not play areas.

Heat is much more dangerous to children than to adults. When left in a hot vehicle, a young child’s core body temperature can increase three to five times faster than that of an adult, causing permanent injury or death.

Safety always has been one of the highest priorities at Ford Motor Company.

“Whether in the design of the company’s vehicles or as an aspect of our customer safety, it is our responsibility and something we take quite seriously,” said Nissen. “We view automotive safety holistically; it encompasses all aspects of our business, and that is why we are happy to join with the Phoenix Fire and Police Departments to remind everyone about the dangers of leaving our kids and our pets in our vehicles.”

Phoenix Fire and Police will provide additional window clings to other retail locations upon request, contact 602-370-5718 for more information.

Ford Motor Company is helping to play a major role in promoting environmentally friendly auto parts, and one way they’re doing that is by using recycled plastic bottles for underbody shields on all cars and SUVs, and wheel liners on F-series trucks.

“The underbody shield is a large part: If we use solid plastic for a part that big, it would likely weigh three times as much,” said Thomas Sweder, design engineer, Ford Motor Company. “We look for the best materials to work with to make our parts. In this case, we are also benefiting the environment.”

It all started in 2006. Ford was the first automaker to use recycled plastics for wheel liners on the European Escort. Over the last 12 years, aerodynamics have driven the need for underbody shields. The use of plastics in vehicle parts is used globally and has grown exponentially – Ford uses about 1.2 billion recycled plastic bottles per year, about 250 bottles per vehicle on average.

Here’s how it works: when plastic bottles are thrown into a recycling bin, they are collected with thousands of others and shredded into small pieces. These small pieces are typically sold to suppliers who turn the material into a fiber, by melting the pieces down and extruding them. This fiber is then mixed with other types of fiber in a textile process to make a sheet of material, which is used in making automotive parts.

Due to its light weight, recycled plastic is ideal for the manufacture of underbody shields, engine under shield and front and rear wheel arch liners. This light material can also improve vehicle aerodynamics, which effect fuel efficiency. In addition, these shields help create a significantly quieter environment in the new 2020 Ford Escape.

Incorporating recycled plastics into vehicle parts helps reduce the amount of plastic that can end up littering the environment, in areas such as the Pacific gyre, for example – a floating mass of plastic bigger than the size of Mexico in the Pacific Ocean.

“Ford is among the leaders when it comes to using this material,” Sweder said. “We do it because it makes sense technically and economically, as well as environmentally. This material is very well suited for the parts we’re incorporating it in, and is extremely functional.”

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/environment/from-recycling-bin-to-underbody-skin-ford-recycles-1-2-billion-plastic-bottles-every-year-for-underbody-vehicle-parts/feed/0Cleveland Zoo Announces Expansion of Eastern Black Rhino Exhibithttps://mylocalnews.us/states/ohio/cleveland-zoo-announces-expansion-eastern-black-rhino-exhibit/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=cleveland-zoo-announces-expansion-eastern-black-rhino-exhibit
https://mylocalnews.us/states/ohio/cleveland-zoo-announces-expansion-eastern-black-rhino-exhibit/#respondMon, 20 May 2019 11:53:36 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=29110Fans of the Eastern Black Rhino will have a new place to check out – the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo is expanding its exhibit to better accommodate these beautiful animals.

The black rhino exhibit will be expanded to more than twice its current size to make for a more spacious environment for its current herd of five rhinos.

According to a release from the zoo, the $1.5 million expansion will be paid for by the Cleveland Zoological Society and Cleveland Metroparks. The project will feature an expanded viewing deck for guests, as well as an interior rhino barn, wallowing pool and shading/misting areas to keep the rhinos cool and comfortable!

The exhibit is located in the Zoo’s African Savanna area, and the expansion will make it easier to provide a high standard of care for the herd of one of the world’s most endangered species.

Construction is set to commence this fall and finish in spring of next year.

For more information, please visit the official website of Cleveland Metroparks Zoo HERE.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/states/ohio/cleveland-zoo-announces-expansion-eastern-black-rhino-exhibit/feed/0YMCA Gymnastics Championships Bring Athletes Togetherhttps://mylocalnews.us/states/newyork/ymca-gymnastics-championships-bring-athletes-together/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ymca-gymnastics-championships-bring-athletes-together
https://mylocalnews.us/states/newyork/ymca-gymnastics-championships-bring-athletes-together/#respondSun, 12 May 2019 10:55:23 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=29095The New York State YMCA Championship meet recently took place in Lakewood, NY, and brought many local athletes together for a chance to shine.

GLOW YMCA was one of many successful participants, with 16 local athletes having awesome performances in their respective events. Hailee Lowe won the Level Eight State Championship, while Roan Finn took home a second place finish on the vault in level four.

Mady Underhill finishing fifth in the All-Around at level three and Sofia Falleti and Maria Ball both placed in the level three vault, too. Shae Finn secured first place in vault at level two.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/states/newyork/ymca-gymnastics-championships-bring-athletes-together/feed/0Bite Nite Returns to Raise Money for ALShttps://mylocalnews.us/community/food-wine/bite-nite-returns-to-raise-money-for-als/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=bite-nite-returns-to-raise-money-for-als
https://mylocalnews.us/community/food-wine/bite-nite-returns-to-raise-money-for-als/#respondWed, 08 May 2019 00:35:27 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=29074Join the ALS Association Arizona Chapter on Saturday, June 15, to help raise money and awareness for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). The tenth annual Bite Nite will be its biggest to date, showcasing signature dishes from top chefs across the Valley. Guests experience signature tastes while enjoying cocktails and live entertainment. In celebration of the event’s 10 year anniversary, guests will also be treated to a surprise performance and the association’s top donors will be recognized.

WHO: The ALS Association Arizona Chapter, along with many of the Valley’s most popular restaurants. The ALS Association is the only national nonprofit devoted to the fight against Lou Gehrig’s disease on all fronts.

WHAT: The tenth annual Bite Nite. Upwards of 800 guests will experience live entertainment, refreshments and delicious food. Money raised from this event will benefit patient and family services, community outreach and research. Yearly expenses for those living with ALS average $200,000.

The ALS Association Arizona Chapter provides services and support to patients suffering from ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease. The ALS Association is the only national nonprofit devoted solely to the fight against Lou Gehrig’s disease on all fronts. These include patient and family services and programs, community outreach, and research. ALS is 100% fatal with no known cause, cure, or effective treatment. Upon diagnosis, patients have only 2-5 years to live, and expenses for those living with ALS average $200,000 annually.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/food-wine/bite-nite-returns-to-raise-money-for-als/feed/0Rise like the Moon at Moonlight Yoga at Mountain Shadowshttps://mylocalnews.us/community/health-wellness/rise-like-the-moon-at-moonlight-yoga-at-mountain-shadows/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rise-like-the-moon-at-moonlight-yoga-at-mountain-shadows
https://mylocalnews.us/community/health-wellness/rise-like-the-moon-at-moonlight-yoga-at-mountain-shadows/#respondFri, 03 May 2019 04:29:15 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=29067Renew your mind, body and soul with a one-of-a-kind yoga experience in the shadows of paradise, at Mountain Shadows. Take part in the new Sun, Moon & Stars Wellness Series with renowned yoga instructor and wellness mentor Veronica Clark. She will guide all participants through different phases both mentally and physically as the moon ascends from behind Camelback Mountain.

After a transformational flow session, stick around for some vino under the stars. Your ticket includes a glass of red or white wine, with a cash bar available for those in a cocktailing sort of mood.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/health-wellness/rise-like-the-moon-at-moonlight-yoga-at-mountain-shadows/feed/0Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino Employees Participate in Seventh Annual Adopt-A-Highway Cleanup Eventhttps://mylocalnews.us/community/harrahs-ak-chin-casino-employees-participate-in-seventh-annual-adopt-a-highway-cleanup-event/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=harrahs-ak-chin-casino-employees-participate-in-seventh-annual-adopt-a-highway-cleanup-event
https://mylocalnews.us/community/harrahs-ak-chin-casino-employees-participate-in-seventh-annual-adopt-a-highway-cleanup-event/#respondThu, 02 May 2019 01:25:00 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=29060(MARICOPA, Ariz. – May 1, 2019) – For the seventh year in a row, Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino employees participated in a local CodeGreen Adopt-A-Highway Cleanup event, which took place on Saturday, April 27.

This CodeGreen event is one of the many ways Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino and its employees give back to the community during its CodeGreen Challenge month, an initiative established by Caesars Entertainment in 2008. CodeGreen is an organization-wide strategy to drive environmental awareness and engagement, as well as performance across the business.

In addition to the Adopt-A-Highway event, Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino has recently participate in Earth Hour, held both a plastic bag and clothing drive, hosted a paper shredding event and celebrated Earth Day at the casino.

About Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino:

Celebrating 25 years in Maricopa, Arizona, Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino is Arizona’s first and only tribal casino to have an international management partner. Harrah’s Ak-Chin is the only casino in Arizona that allows guests, through its Total Rewards program, to unlock benefits and other prizes that can be used worldwide at the entire Caesars’ family of casinos.

Harrah’s Ak-Chin also boasts the only Bingo hall in the Caesars organization, continuing the proud heritage of William F. Harrah, who opened his first Bingo hall in Reno in 1937.

Harrah’s Ak-Chin has been named a Most Admired Company by Arizona Business Magazine and Best Companies AZ, and Phoenix Business Journal has named the property one of the “Best Places to Work in the Valley” four consecutive years. Harrah’s Ak-Chin was also awarded a Volunteer Service Award from the Arizona Governor’s Commission on Service and Volunteerism.

For more information, please visit www.harrahsakchin.com.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/harrahs-ak-chin-casino-employees-participate-in-seventh-annual-adopt-a-highway-cleanup-event/feed/0Southwest Behavioral and Health Services Wins Prestigious HAWP Gold Awardhttps://mylocalnews.us/community/nonprofits/southwest-behavioral-and-health-services-wins-prestigious-hawp-gold-award/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=southwest-behavioral-and-health-services-wins-prestigious-hawp-gold-award
https://mylocalnews.us/community/nonprofits/southwest-behavioral-and-health-services-wins-prestigious-hawp-gold-award/#respondWed, 01 May 2019 18:57:54 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=29052(PHOENIX – April 30, 2019) – Southwest Behavioral & Health Services (SB&H), an innovative leader in behavioral health, has been awarded the Healthy Arizona Worksites Program (HAWP) Gold Award, which recognizes Arizona businesses that are making efforts to positively affect the health and well-being of employees, their families, and their community. The criteria for this award evaluate evidence-based worksite health initiatives and promising programs.

“As a community-based behavioral health provider, we have prioritized serving our community for the past 40 years,” said Southwest Behavioral & Health Services marketing director Lynda Riford. “Winning this award only reinforces the idea that we care about employee health and wellness as much as we care about fostering it in our community.”

HAWP is a public health initiative that has been developed through a partnership between the Arizona Department of Health Services and the Maricopa County Department of Public Health. This statewide program provides Arizona employers with training, technical assistance, tools, and resources to design, implement, and evaluate worksite wellness initiatives. The Gold Award is HAWP’s second highest acknowledgement.

SB&H will be recognized by the Arizona Department of Health Services for their wellness efforts, in addition being featured in statewide communications, at recognition events and on the HAWP website.

All awardees will be celebrated at the Healthy Arizona Worksite annual event on May 1, 2019 from 12:30 to 3:30 pm at Phoenix College in the Bulpitt Auditorium.

About Southwest Behavioral & Health Services

Incorporated in 1974 as a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, Southwest Behavioral & Health Services provides services in the greater Phoenix metropolitan area, rural Maricopa County, Gila, Mohave, Coconino, and Yavapai counties. Our Mission: “We inspire people to feel better and reach their potential. Through helping people discover their strengths, we improve our communities.” SB&H is a leader in development and delivery of services in the areas of housing, residential care, prevention services, outpatient services to children, incarcerated persons and dually diagnosed adults (SMI/SA). An innovative leader in behavioral health, services are client directed-outcome informed, evidence-based and include treatment of co-occurring disorders, the strategic Prevention Framework (SPF) model and the Community Health Worker (CHW) model in prevention services, the Arizona Treatment Initiative for children and families, and the Recovery Model for persons with serious mental illness. For more information on SB&H, please visit www.sbhservices.org.

Second vice president and alternate national trustee: Theresa Maher, Hire Story

Treasurer: Suzanne Guery, Arizona PBS (retired)

Secretary: Jennifer Doan, FOX 10

National trustee: Bob Adlhoch, Phoenix Suns Broadcasting

Returning board members for 2019-2020 include:

Dan Barr, Perkins Coie

John Booth, Arizona Public Media (Tucson)

George Davilas, 12 News

Jennifer Jones, Arizona’s Family

Donna Rossi, City of Buckeye Police Department

In addition to the executive committee and returning board member, new board members include:

Micah Johnson, MediaStars: In 1987, Johnson became the youngest male anchor at CNN Headline News. He also anchored for NBC, winning a gold medal at the Radio/TV Festival of New York for his anchoring of the fall of the Berlin Wall. Johnson has been news director in several markets, vice president of news for a major broadcasting group, and president of an international Washington DC news service.

Danielle Lerner, ABC15: Lerner joined the ABC15 team as a weekday morning anchor in 2014, after working as a morning anchor for KVOA-TV’s “Tucson Today.” Since joining the team, Lerner has received an Emmy award and two Emmy nominations for “Best Anchor” in the Rocky Mountain region. The Associated Press also recognized her, and her co-anchors, as the “Best Anchor Team.”

Lindsey Reiser, Arizona’s Family: Reiser has been a member of Arizona’s Family, which includes both KTVK TV 3 and CBS 5 in Phoenix, since 2011. She anchors the weekend newscasts on both stations and reports during the week for the late broadcasts. Her work has earned her several Rocky Mountain Emmy award nominations.

NATAS is a professional service organization dedicated to the advancement of the arts and sciences of television and the promotion of creative leadership for artistic, educational and technical achievements within the television industry. The Rocky Mountain Southwest Chapter, formed in 1959, represents Arizona, New Mexico, Utah and El Centro, California. It recognizes excellence in television with the Rocky Mountain Emmy® Award. Beyond awards, NATAS has extensive educational programs including Regional Student Television Awards for outstanding journalistic work by college & high school students, as well as scholarships, publications, and major activities for both industry professionals and the viewing public. For more information go to www.rockymountainemmy.org.

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]]>https://mylocalnews.us/states/arizona/the-national-academy-of-television-arts-and-sciences-rocky-mountain-southwest-chapter-announces-new-board-members/feed/0Xochitl Wilson Named Community Oral Health Liaison for Esperançahttps://mylocalnews.us/community/nonprofits/xochitl-wilson-named-community-oral-health-liaison-for-esperanca/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=xochitl-wilson-named-community-oral-health-liaison-for-esperanca
https://mylocalnews.us/community/nonprofits/xochitl-wilson-named-community-oral-health-liaison-for-esperanca/#respondTue, 30 Apr 2019 06:40:38 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=29044(PHOENIX – April 26, 2019) — Esperança, a Phoenix-based nonprofit whose mission is to improve health and restore hope both locally and globally, announces Xochitl Wilson has been hired as the organization’s Community Oral Health Liaison.

The Community Oral Health Liaison is responsible for the coordination and delivery of education for the Sonrisas con Esperança (Smiles with Hope) program. She will work closely with community partners such as school districts, community centers and/or dental clinics to execute the oral health program and provide smile bags to at least 12,960 Arizona children.

Most of Wilson’s previous work experience has been working across disparate communities in Maricopa County. From Diabetes education, Childhood Obesity Classes and General Nutrition to both children and adults, Wilson’s desire to help those with limited community resources has been her driving force to continue working in the area of health and well-being.

“In the local communities where we work, more than 64 percent of kindergartners suffer from untreated tooth decay,” said Jeri Royce, president and CEO of Esperança. “This leads to a host of other problems including chronic disease and missed school days. Having Xochitl work directly with this community will be a tremendous benefit for these kids and their families.”

Wilson received her Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition Management from Arizona State University. Her passion, education and professional experience has allowed her to work with children ages 0 to 5, K-8 and adults alike.

She currently participates with the Health Improvement of Maricopa County Action Lab, primarily with Food Initiatives and Community Advisory Board Member of the Southwest Interdisciplinary Research Center and as a community member of the City of Phoenix Head Start Policy Council.

About Esperança

Esperança, an Arizona-based global health nonprofit organization, is transforming lives on a local and global level. Its Phoenix-based program is uniquely positioned as the leader in providing health education and resources to Maricopa County’s most at-risk and under-served youth and adults through programs such as oral health, chronic disease prevention and management, nutrition, and parent ambassador training. Further, the organization works within some of the poorest communities in the world, including Nicaragua, Bolivia, Peru, Mozambique and Ecuador, by coordinating volunteer surgical missions, ecological housing, disease prevention and education, food security and access to clean water. For more information, please visit: www.esperanca.org.

On Thursday, May 9th from 5 to 7 p.m., Pomo Pizzeria will host una festa bellissima at all three locations in Phoenix, Gilbert and Scottsdale to celebrate their nine years in business. The anniversary party will be free and open to the public and include free bites from their happy hour menu, Aperol spritz and non-alcoholic punch.

The anniversary party will take place at all three Pomo Pizzeria locations:

Gilbert: 366 N. Gilbert Rd. #106

Phoenix: 705 N. 1st Street #120

Scottsdale: 8977 N. Scottsdale Rd

The signature style of Pomo Pizzeria creates an unparalleled pizza experience that combines authentic flavors with techniques handed down over generations. The ingredients and process let you discover Neapolitan pizzas in the true tradition that goes back hundreds of years and thousands of miles to Napoli, Italy. With locations in Scottsdale, Gilbert and Phoenix, visit pomopizzeria.com for more information.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/food-wine/pomo-pizzeria-announces-9-year-anniversary-party/feed/0Enjoy Mother’s Day Retreats at Mountain Shadows and Hotel Valley Hohttps://mylocalnews.us/states/arizona/enjoy-mothers-day-retreats-at-mountain-shadows-and-hotel-valley-ho/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=enjoy-mothers-day-retreats-at-mountain-shadows-and-hotel-valley-ho
https://mylocalnews.us/states/arizona/enjoy-mothers-day-retreats-at-mountain-shadows-and-hotel-valley-ho/#respondThu, 25 Apr 2019 04:07:19 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=29006Whether you’re relaxing poolside under the palms, taking delight in mimosas and brunch or partaking in a soothing spa day, treat mom to a Mother’s Day to remember with several opportunities to wine, dine and lounge at Hotel Valley Ho and Mountain Shadows on Sunday, May 12.

If a serene retreat in the shadow of Camelback Mountain is what mom is seeking, start the day with brunch at Hearth ’61 from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Enjoy a buffet of savory starters like smoked salmon, seasonal salads and fresh seafood options before diving into a made-to-order omelet station, carved prime rib and specialty a la carte menu items from the kitchen. After brunching, experience luxe lounging poolside with a private cabana for $195 (normally $295) with a select bottle of rosé. Brunch is $79 per person and $19 for children 12 and under, tax and gratuity is not included. For reservations, please call 480.624.5400 or visit www.mountainshadows.com. Mountain Shadows is located at 5445 E. Lincoln Drive, Scottsdale.

If you would rather treat mom to a mid-century mod day of rest, relaxation and top dining at the iconic Hotel Valley Ho, let the festivities begin with a buffet at Sands from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. with herb-crusted prime rib, made-to-order omelets with fresh ingredients, Scottish Salmon Wellington, hot entrées from the kitchen and a variety of delectable desserts. If you prefer to dine with a retro flair, enjoy brunch at ZuZu from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. with libations from the Bloody Mary + Mimosa Bar starting at 9 a.m. ZuZu will also be serving up a special dinner feature for mom, Pistachio Crusted Alaskan Halibut served with bamboo rice, lobster miso butter, caramelized bok choy, shiitake mushrooms and tagarashi rice cracker, along with our seasonal dinner menu from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. The buffet at Sands is $65 per person and $19 for children 12 and under, tax and gratuity is not included.

Who says Mother’s Day only has to last one day? From May 6-12, moms (and those celebrating them) can enjoy a special package for two at VH Spa with the Two for Tuesday spa deal offered all week long. Enjoy two 60-minute services of your choice along with two glasses of wine or two bottled waters for $200, including gratuity. For moms who want to spend the day poolside, enjoy a special cabana rate of $199 (normally $349) at the OH Pool. For all reservations and appointments, please call 480.376.2600 or visit www.hotelvalleyho.com. Hotel Valley Ho is located at 6850 E. Main Street, Scottsdale.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/states/arizona/enjoy-mothers-day-retreats-at-mountain-shadows-and-hotel-valley-ho/feed/0Crescendo From Under the Grand Pianohttps://mylocalnews.us/community/education/crescendo-from-under-the-grand-piano/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=crescendo-from-under-the-grand-piano
https://mylocalnews.us/community/education/crescendo-from-under-the-grand-piano/#respondSat, 13 Apr 2019 12:04:11 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=28972For most, the first memory of hearing music is that of a distant dream, but for Richard Maxwell it was the start of journey that would continue throughout his life.

In the outskirts of Cincinnati, there was a neighboring family that had two little kids when Maxwell was very young. He would constantly beg to go over to the home, not just to play with the kids, but to be able to sit underneath the grand piano that their mother, who was a concert pianist, would play for hours.

Maxwell described music as something of a religion. He feels a deep connection with “whatever’s out there”.

“Some people go to church, some people go to a synagogue, some people go to a mosque, some people hike outside. All of that is very valid, but for me anything musical is an instant bridge to whatever that is,” he said.

With his amateur musical endeavors constantly being something of the daily, Maxwell’s parents eventually got him a piano.

Richard Maxwell is the creator of the well renounced CTE program at the Arcadia High School called Creative Musical Arts and Sciences, CMAS. With multiple Grammy nominations and recognition from experts and creators, he continues to stay humble in his work and lives the simple life.

Nevertheless, the recognition he has received has been a product of his creative work through-out his career, especially the past 11 years. Before the program was in the works, Maxwell was in his musical element as the band and orchestra director. “I had been at this school for nine years already. We were pretty successful. We had two full symphonies, which I loved. It was not perfect. I was getting burnt out,” Maxwell said.

The music industry is that of a constant battle between self-doubt, faith, and rejection. Maxwell described his twenties as something of that nature.

As the first ever recipient of a Music Composition degree from Bradley University, he was unsure of what the next steps were going to be. “I never really had the guts when I was in my 20’s to go out and see what happened if, ” he said. In retrospect, he feels that he wasn’t ready to face the harsh reality of the music industry.

Maxwell has a plethora of hobbies that include anything with his wife and two sons. Whether it’s a drive to the mall followed up with a detour to the ice cream shop, hiking with his wife, or binge watching the latest television series, he is happy with where he is in life.

According to his peers, Maxwell often emulates his parenting skills with his teaching habits.

“He was traveling over a holiday break and I bumped into him and his sons at the airport just coincidentally. It was nice to see the other side of him, the father side of him . The relationships he builds with students here on campus, I can see in his role as a father as well,” said the Principal of Arcadia High School, Todd Stevens.

One of Maxwell’s pride and joys are his two sons. “My little boys will just wander in the studio and watch and listen with me. The other night, I found this documentary of the drum set. I’m sitting there watching and all of a sudden and my son walked in and was like what’s this what are they talking about. That to me is my hobby,” he said.

His wife, Michele Maxwell, vouched for him and said, “He’s a very present father.” The two love birds met when Michele Maxwell was 29 years old as a choir teacher at the Arcadia High School. “I’ve always been singing since I was a little girl” she said.

She often records her own songs in the studio and looks to Richard for guidance. “I write a song or record a song and I’m out there ‘listen, listen, listen, what do you think?’,” she said.

However, that doesn’t go both ways. Michele talked about her role in Richard’s music, “He is very private about it.” she said. She understands that songs are a part of who you are and she feels too close to her husband for her not to approve on his work.

When the CMAS program was in the works, Maxwell was doubtful in his skill set. He felt that the program would only cause a temporary spark in the students and die out. In fact, it has done the complete opposite and Chris Binsfeld is the perfect example of what can come out of CMAS. “As soon as I found out about it I wanted to join. It seemed like a great opportunity to do that at school, which made school more exciting,” said Binsfeld.

Music was something that was always there, but never did he think that he could pursue it as a career. That was before he met Richard Maxwell. “Without him there was no way that I was going to think about pursuing music as a career.” said Binsfeld.

Maxwell’s CMAS students will be taking a trip to dive into one of the hubs of the music industry, Los Angeles. One of the stops they plan on making is at Binsfeld’s studio, Speak Easy Sound, where the students will write and record their own songs.

“There is something kind of cool about taking them to a studio of a former student and be like this is literally a kid who was where you are not long ago.” said Maxwell.

For Maxwell, things have come full circle and worked out for him despite his challenges along the way.

“Life is good… music’s important. I wish there was more creativity in the world. I just feel like if there is more of that, then there’d be less of the other problems,” Maxwell said as he looked around one of the studios in his classroom.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/education/crescendo-from-under-the-grand-piano/feed/0H.B. 2613 Moved to the Senate Floorhttps://mylocalnews.us/community/neighborhood-news/h-b-2613-moved-to-the-senate-floor/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=h-b-2613-moved-to-the-senate-floor
https://mylocalnews.us/community/neighborhood-news/h-b-2613-moved-to-the-senate-floor/#respondSat, 13 Apr 2019 11:51:21 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=28974The Arizona Senate Judiciary committee hearing voted on Thursday that the bill that will allow additional sex offenders to petition to be removed off of the sex offender registry, H.B. 2613,will be moved to the senate floor with do pass recommendation.

With 6-0-1-0 vote, Sen. Martin Quezada did not vote, the bill that has been passed to the senate floor will allow for a defendant that must be at least 35 years old, must have committed the sexual crime as a minor, was not convicted of an offense involving more than one victim and has not committed another felony offense for at least 10 years after the date of being sentenced.

During the committee hearing, several speakers stood before the committee to give their testimonial on H.B. 2613. One of which was Terry Borden. She said she felt that she needed to speak because children are important to herself and her husband.

“A fact is that your child is more likely to be put on the registry than to be molested by someone who is on the sex offender registry. Academic studies clearly illustrate that the registry does more harm than good to children that was meant to protect. I’m neutral on HB 2613 because while it is a good start we have got a long way to go,” Borden said.

Others stood before the committee giving their personal testimonial including Cheryl Campbell. She is a mother of a registered sex offender and said that to this day it is hard to tell people that her son is a registered sex offender.

“H.B. 2613 does nothing to alleviate the scarlet letter my son must bear. My son will forever be a felon and suffers punishment no one not involved could ever understand,” Campbell said.

Another mother of a registered sex offender, Vicky Campo, told the story of her son. She said that she used to have faith in the system, but after she was thrown into the justice system by a family that found out that their high school daughter had sexual relations with Campo’s college-aged son, she lost faith.

“He paid his debt to society but because he was put on the sex offender registry, his punishment will never ever be over. He cannot see his daughter, cannot get work. The restrictions are just suffocating. In spite, the sex offender registry doesn’t really work but there are about 900,000 citizens on the registry and over 200,000 were put there as juveniles. This will not help my son, but I urge you to pass this bill and to expand it to include others,” she said.

Sen. Eddie Farnsworth said he felt as though the bill needed more work, but he voted yes anyways.

“Now what we’re trying to do is find a balance here and I think that’s the intent here is to strike that balance where we are comfortable that the evidence shows that the chance of recidivation is very very very low in this population and therefore we are comfortable allowing this to move forward and then looking at the evidence in the future as you consider changes in the future,” he said.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/neighborhood-news/h-b-2613-moved-to-the-senate-floor/feed/06th Annual Sausage Festival Coming to Old Town Soonhttps://mylocalnews.us/community/6th-annual-sausage-festival-coming-to-old-town-soon/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=6th-annual-sausage-festival-coming-to-old-town-soon
https://mylocalnews.us/community/6th-annual-sausage-festival-coming-to-old-town-soon/#commentsWed, 10 Apr 2019 12:19:42 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=28924Brat Haus is holding its 6th annual Sausage Festival on Sunday, April 28, from 12 to 8 p.m. Brat Haus is one of Old Town Scottsdale’s most welcoming beer gardens and scratch kitchen. With delicious food, over 20 beers on tap and a beautiful patio, Brat Haus is the perfect spot for a casual lunch or dinner. The event will feature the state’s largest Brat, a sausage king/queen competition between local chefs, patio games, a stein holding competition and live music.

A portion of the proceeds raised at the event will go to Honor Flight Arizona, a nonprofit that flies World War II veterans to Washington D.C. so that they can visit the the National World War II Memorial.

A $10 donation to Honor Flight Arizona will get you a ticket into the festival and can be purchased by visiting BratHausAZ.com.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/6th-annual-sausage-festival-coming-to-old-town-soon/feed/2May Maricopa County Home and Garden Showhttps://mylocalnews.us/states/arizona/may-maricopa-county-home-and-garden-show/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=may-maricopa-county-home-and-garden-show
https://mylocalnews.us/states/arizona/may-maricopa-county-home-and-garden-show/#respondWed, 10 Apr 2019 12:17:07 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=28959The Maricopa County Home & Garden Show, the largest home show in the Southwest, returns to WestWorld of Scottsdale from Friday, May 3 through Sunday, May 5, featuring more than 1,000 innovative and inspiring exhibits.

The Maricopa County Home & Garden Show, complete with thousands of home improvement, design and landscaping products and services offered at exclusive Home Show pricing.

Unique Show Attractions Included FREE with admission:

Meet HGTV’s Desert Flippers – Catch Eric & Lindsay Bennett’s stage show for tips on flipping houses, remodel surprises in triple digit heat and trendy home improvement advice. Meet the couple that People Magazine has dubbed the “next Chip & Joanna Gaines,” following their performance on Saturday and Sunday from 12- 2 p.m. Early arrival is recommended.

Glow in the Dark Painting: Join Paint Parties for a groovy new painting experience! The magic of black lights and neon paints will turn your painting into a vibrant and colorful masterpiece with this one-of-a-kind class.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/states/arizona/may-maricopa-county-home-and-garden-show/feed/0The Newest Instagramable Spot in Tempehttps://mylocalnews.us/community/the-newest-instagramable-spot-in-tempe/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-newest-instagramable-spot-in-tempe
https://mylocalnews.us/community/the-newest-instagramable-spot-in-tempe/#respondWed, 03 Apr 2019 04:42:49 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=28943Imagine a room filled with glow in the dark Slinky’s hanging from the ceiling. As that door is shut and another one opens you find yourself in a room with rubber ducks aligned on shelves and a massive tubs filled with yellow balls. This is one of the newest additions to the Tempe area, The Scene.

The two owners ,Jinx Smith and Devin Weiss, have been long time friends and decided to start something that they never have before. Smith had heard of this business called The Happy place and googled what it was. She came to find out that it was a spot to take Instagram photos.

About a month later Jinx and Weiss were having a discussion and they talked about something similar to that in New York. So they flew out and toured some of the Instagram photo businesses and fell in love with the idea they said.

“We thought we are the fifth largest city in the country. We should be able to do this,” Jinx said.

As soon as they came back from their New York trip they started brainstorming.

“We started jotting down about 100 room ideas for rooms. Obviously we can’t do 100.A lot of them were off the charts as far as the scope of expense of putting together this project,” Jinx said.

One of the main things that The Scene is discussing currently is their new location. Their lease will end at the beginning of May and they have yet to decide what there next move is. The team had a meeting last Friday to discuss some of these topics.

“If our numbers do pan out and they keep on escalating then we will stay in Arizona. At least one more in Arizona and then maybe go elsewhere. And elsewhere? Probably Vegas or San Diego. These are things that we’ve all talked about but haven’t put a postal to it or had any real knowledge of what’s out there for us.” Jinx said.

A main aspect of how The scene continues to grow is the aspect of social media. The Scene’s marketing director Moriah Smith is in charge of all of the social media that The Scene has.

“I’m a little bit younger and understand more of the social media aspect. They are super creative, obviously, they just needed help with connecting with the younger generation,” Moriah Smith said.

When the customers go through the art experience they are encouraged to tag The Scene on Instagram and Moriah Smith said they’ve gained a lot of traction from that.

“Once someone posts it on their social media, they’re like ‘where were you?’, ‘where was that at ?’, ‘I want a photo like that’ .It’s just been an ongoing trend of fire that’s the more people post about it the more people are trickling in. They’ll say ‘oh I saw that photo online and I want a photo just like that’. The social media piece is huge for us growing the business,” she said.

The owners like to call themselves creative directors and Moriah Smith said that bringing the community together around the interactive art makes the owners as well as herself happy.

“Here we really love that we are bringing something to the local community I live here and the owners have been here for 30 plus years so we love bringing that interactive piece to the art. It creates a sense of community,” Moriah said.

The Scene brought in a local Arizona State University art student to paint a mural in the back window of the business facing University.

“ When we first signed our lease and knew what we wanted to do with the space. The City of Tempe only allows you to promote your company using 25% of the window space,” Jinx Smith said.

They decided to hire Jesus Orozco,23, to paint a graffiti like mural and he said he was more than happy to do the job.

“For the most , I just let my creative juices flow out and put a little bit of my touch on there just to make it a little more fresh and pop out to whoever was driving by,” Orozco said.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/the-newest-instagramable-spot-in-tempe/feed/0Girls in Tech – Microsoft YouthSpark – Girls and Boys 10-12https://mylocalnews.us/community/events-community/girls-in-tech-microsoft-youthspark-girls-boys-10-12/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=girls-in-tech-microsoft-youthspark-girls-boys-10-12
https://mylocalnews.us/community/events-community/girls-in-tech-microsoft-youthspark-girls-boys-10-12/#respondWed, 03 Apr 2019 04:37:30 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=28940Girls in Tech Phoenix is excited to be partnering again with the Microsoft Store to offer ten free YouthSpark Workshops. Developed by education experts with input from our local Microsoft Store Associates, these workshops will deliver coding, robotics, moviemaking and philanthropic skills. With an emphasis on real-world relevance in a fun and interactive environment, students will be provided with the tools needed today to be successful when pursuing any career tomorrow.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/events-community/girls-in-tech-microsoft-youthspark-girls-boys-10-12/feed/02019 Employment Law Update Conferencehttps://mylocalnews.us/community/2019-employment-law-update-conference/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2019-employment-law-update-conference
https://mylocalnews.us/community/2019-employment-law-update-conference/#respondTue, 02 Apr 2019 23:24:08 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=28930Registration is now open for our 2019 Employment Law Update conference! It will take place on Friday, May 10 at the Phoenix Marriott Resort Tempe at the Buttes.

Unlike most of our training, this conference is open to all, both members and non-members. This year’s great topics will include a Wage and Hour update (including review of DOL’s proposed FLSA regulations), a discussion on how communication breakdowns can lead to legal risk, and our always-popular case law, legislative and regulatory update.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/2019-employment-law-update-conference/feed/02nd annual Drive Out Domestic Violence Golf Tournamenthttps://mylocalnews.us/community/2nd-annual-drive-out-domestic-violence-golf-tournament/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2nd-annual-drive-out-domestic-violence-golf-tournament
https://mylocalnews.us/community/2nd-annual-drive-out-domestic-violence-golf-tournament/#respondTue, 02 Apr 2019 23:22:06 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=28927Play 18 holes for a reason! Join New Life Center for their 2nd annual Drive Out Domestic Violence Golf Tournament at Grayhawk Golf Club in Scottsdale on May 10. Check-in starts at 7:00 A.M., where players will pickup their tee gift. The shotgun start begins at 8:30 A.M., with guests playing in a four-person scramble. Event-goers can enjoy a silent auction, contests, prizes, awards and a 19th hole luncheon!

New Life Center offers a comprehensive, emergency shelter and outreach program that focuses on empowering survivors to live independent, violence-free lives. For more information about the event and to purchase tickets, please visit www.nlcgolfevent.com.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/2nd-annual-drive-out-domestic-violence-golf-tournament/feed/0Hello World With Googlehttps://mylocalnews.us/uncategorized/hello-world-with-google/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=hello-world-with-google
https://mylocalnews.us/uncategorized/hello-world-with-google/#respondWed, 27 Mar 2019 09:55:16 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=28890Google LLC is an American multinational technology company that specializes in Internet-related services and products, which include online advertising technologies, search engine, cloud computing, software, and hardware. It is considered one of the Big Four technology companies, alongside Amazon, Apple and Facebook.

Google was founded in 1998 by Larry Page and Sergey Brin while they were Ph.D. students at Stanford University in California. Together they own about 14 percent of its shares and control 56 percent of the stockholder voting power through supervoting stock. They incorporated Google as a privately held company on September 4, 1998. An initial public offering (IPO) took place on August 19, 2004, and Google moved to its headquarters in Mountain View, California, nicknamed the Googleplex. In August 2015, Google announced plans to reorganize its various interests as a conglomerate called Alphabet Inc. Google is Alphabet’s leading subsidiary and will continue to be the umbrella company for Alphabet’s Internet interests. Sundar Pichai was appointed CEO of Google, replacing Larry Page who became the CEO of Alphabet.

A specially curated multi-dimensional immersive experience waits for you, with one-of-a-kind interactive installations; a custom magnet wall for wild word play, a large scale hand-built xylophone installation, instagrammable selfie wall, and a special Tea Ceremony lounge. The core flavors, newest releases, special Arizona-inspired flavor, and custom Booch-cocktails will be served throughout the evening. This event is 21+ only.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/events-community/boochcrafts-arizona-launch-party/feed/0NightLife at the Aquarium – Back to the 90shttps://mylocalnews.us/community/events-community/nightlife-at-the-aquarium-back-to-the-90s/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=nightlife-at-the-aquarium-back-to-the-90s
https://mylocalnews.us/community/events-community/nightlife-at-the-aquarium-back-to-the-90s/#respondMon, 25 Mar 2019 07:56:13 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=28876We’re taking the party back to the 90s! House, New Jack and Techno music will fill the aquarium. There will be a DJ party in Deep Ocean theater hosting the 90s Spring Break ultimate contest! Games like who can eat the most Pop Rocks before giving up, Sing that 90’s TV Theme Song and Name that 90’s One Hit Wonder will determine tie-breakers!

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/events-community/nightlife-at-the-aquarium-back-to-the-90s/feed/0Local Experts Highlight EPA’s Fix A Leak Week To Help Businesses And Homeownershttps://mylocalnews.us/community/environment/local-experts-highlight-epas-fix-a-leak-week-to-help-businesses-and-homeowners/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=local-experts-highlight-epas-fix-a-leak-week-to-help-businesses-and-homeowners
https://mylocalnews.us/community/environment/local-experts-highlight-epas-fix-a-leak-week-to-help-businesses-and-homeowners/#respondMon, 25 Mar 2019 07:51:45 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=28873(PHOENIX)– The average household leaks almost 10,000 gallons of water per year, according to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). That can increase your water bill ten percent. Plus, undetected leaks can damage floors and walls.

In recognition of the EPA’s annual Fix A Leak Week (March 18-24) the experts at family-owned Donley Service Center are sharing ways to spot and handle the most common leaks in your home and business.

Home

Toilet leaks: Place a few drops of food color into the bowl. Wait 10 minutes. If you see color, you have a leak. A worn-out flapper is the most common culprit. The inexpensive rubber parts can be quickly and easily replaced.

Showerheads: Turn on and off and look for drips. Old and worn faucet washers and gaskets often cause leaks.

Under the sink: Check for pooling water under pipes and rust around joints and edges.

Clothes washer: Pooling water could mean a supply line leak.

Business*

Throughout the building: Check for pooling water or rust under pipe connections and near floor drains. Look for signs of moisture and mold on walls, ceilings and floors.

Restrooms: Listen for running water and time flush cycles of toilets. Regularly inspect faucets for drips and replace worn parts.

Kitchens: Manual fill valves should close completely after the dishwasher tank is full. Inspect and repair valves and rinse nozzles. Turn off water to food disposal systems during idle periods. Train employees to manually scrape as much food waste as possible first. For all continuous flow equipment, shut down or use standby mode between uses.

Include leak detection information in regular staff trainings.

Post signs in restrooms, kitchens and other areas with contact information to encourage all employees to report leaks right away.

*Business tips courtesy EPA

Other signs you have a leak in your home or business:

High water bill

Mold and mildew-leaks often cause wet spots

Wet spots or discoloration on flooring

Damaged walls or bubbles in paint

About Donley Service Center

Since 1976, Jim and Mike Donley and their employees have been providing honest, caring service to Arizonans. Family-owned Donley Service Center has twice been honored with the Better Business Bureau’s Ethics Award. Donley technicians receive ongoing training to provide the most comprehensive service for air conditioning, plumbing, heating, sewer repair, maintenance management and solar hot water. www.donleyservice.com

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]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/environment/local-experts-highlight-epas-fix-a-leak-week-to-help-businesses-and-homeowners/feed/0Sensory-Friendly Easter Bunny at Park Westhttps://mylocalnews.us/community/sensory-friendly-easter-bunny-park-west/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sensory-friendly-easter-bunny-park-west
https://mylocalnews.us/community/sensory-friendly-easter-bunny-park-west/#respondSun, 24 Mar 2019 09:31:15 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=28870Park West is hosting its Sensory-Friendly Bunny event on Sunday, April 7, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Through a partnership with Cherry Hill Programs and Autism Speaks, families with kids and adults with special needs of all kinds can enjoy an experience with the Easter Bunny. Schedule a time in a sensory-safe, quiet and inviting environment. Visits are always free and photo packages are available for purchase. Space is limited and families are encouraged to reserve a time in advance by visiting shopparkwest.com under the events section. Park West is located at 9744 W Northern Ave in Peoria.

Phone: 623.877.9771

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/sensory-friendly-easter-bunny-park-west/feed/0Easter Bunny hops into Park Westhttps://mylocalnews.us/community/easter-bunny-hops-into-park-west/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=easter-bunny-hops-into-park-west
https://mylocalnews.us/community/easter-bunny-hops-into-park-west/#respondSun, 24 Mar 2019 06:05:50 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=28868The Easter Bunny hops into Park West for visits starting Saturday, April 6 and stays until Saturday, April 20. Visits with the Easter Bunny are free and photo packages are available for purchase. See below for schedule at Park West, located at 9744 W Northern Ave in Peoria.

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is an 8-hour course that gives people the skills to help someone who may be developing a mental health problem or is experiencing a mental health crisis. The training program teaches individuals how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance-use disorders. Just as CPR training helps individuals assist someone following a heart attack, Mental Health First Aid training helps individuals assist someone experiencing a mental health crisis, such as contemplating suicide. Trainees are taught how to apply a five-step strategy in a variety of situations, such as helping someone through a panic attack or assisting someone who has overdosed.

“The SAMHSA grant lets us bring a valuable resource to an audience that really needs it,” said Lynda Riford, Marketing Director at Southwest Behavioral & Health Services. “The Mental Health First Aid training helps take the fear and hesitation out of starting a conversation about mental health. It provides the necessary tools so individuals know how to listen, evaluate and act on any potential mental health crisis.”

Over the next three years, SB&H will provide MHFA training to individuals in school and community-based settings throughout Maricopa County. Offered at no cost, the training will be conducted by trainers certified through the National Council for Behavioral Health.

More information about Mental Health First Aid is available on the Southwest Behavioral & Health Services website at www.sbhservices.org. Individuals or groups in school and community-based settings that are interested in scheduling training are encouraged to contact Maddie Martinez at 602-733-2301 or via email at madelynem@sbhservices.org.

About Southwest Behavioral & Health Services

Incorporated in 1974 as a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, Southwest Behavioral & Health Services (SB&H) is a leader in the development and delivery of services in the areas of housing, residential care, prevention services, outpatient services to children, incarcerated persons and dually diagnosed adults (SMI/SA). An innovative leader in behavioral health, services are client directed-outcome informed, evidence-based and include treatment of co-occurring disorders, the FAST model in prevention services, the Arizona Treatment Initiative for children and families, and the Recovery Model for persons with serious mental illness. SB&H provides services in the greater Phoenix metropolitan area, rural Maricopa County, Gila, Mohave, Coconino, and Yavapai counties. For more information, visit www.sbhservices.org.

Any New Patient or Current Patient that refers a Friend between February 15thand May 15threceives an entry into the California Dreaming Summer Vacation Contest, with a chance to win 4 tickets to California Universal Studios.

One Referral = One Entry, Two Referrals = Three Entries, Three or More Referrals = Five Entries.

The Winner will be selected on April 16th, just in time for making Summer Travel Plans. Call your Friends, Family, Classmates, Co-Workers or Anyone you can think off that needs Braces/Invisalign and have them call us today at (480)-899-9423 to Schedule a Complimentary Consultation.

The new patient needs to come in for their Complimentary Exam & Consult between February 15th& May 15th (they do not need to start treatment). The Friend you refer will also be entered into the Giveaway.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/health-and-wellness/enter-to-win-four-tickets-to-california-universal-studios/feed/0The Arts on Full Display at Guggenheim Museumhttps://mylocalnews.us/community-websites/new-york-city/the-arts-full-display-guggenheim-museum/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-arts-full-display-guggenheim-museum
https://mylocalnews.us/community-websites/new-york-city/the-arts-full-display-guggenheim-museum/#respondSat, 02 Mar 2019 04:24:38 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=28850If you’re looking for something fun and engaging to do this weekend, check out the Hilma AF Klint: Paintings for the Future exhibition at Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum.

Now running through Tuesday, April 23rd, this exhibition showcases some of the finest art from the Modernist and abstract movements. It’s been regarded as the “mother of all revisionist shows featuring modernism.”

For ore information and to get your tickets today, please call 212-423-3500 or visit guggenheim.org

Copper Reflections has created new horse designs on their unique handmade jewelry, using copper and colorful horse artwork. Copper sheets are polished and silver plated, for the designs to be printed. Each piece of jewelry is cut to their shape using cutting tools or by hand using metal cutting shears. This unique jewelry is diamond cut individually by hand to bring out the luster of copper. These beautiful bracelets are flexible, so they can be easily adjusted to your wrist. We also apply layers of acrylic finish to all our jewelry, to keep copper from changing colors, so you can enjoy your jewelry for years to come.

Horses have been companions to humans since the early ages of time. The horse is a symbol of strength, loyalty, and friendship. Keeping all these in mind, we created this beautiful, running, wild horses bracelets for you to keep your horse friend with you, at all times.

I, Tony Hisir and my wife Jennifer are the jewelry designers and artisans of Copper Reflections and established in business since 1985. Our specialty is in handmade jewelry with animal, wildlife, western and Native American designs. We have brought our son into our family business to carry on the torch, to bring you our copper handmade jewelry pieces.

For more information, please visit the official website of Copper Reflections HERE.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/shop-local/horse-jewelry-new-additions/feed/0Arkansas Mother Drives Herself to Hospital After Suffering Crossbow Woundhttps://mylocalnews.us/crime-2/arkansas-mother-drives-herself-to-hospital-after-suffering-crossbow-wound/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=arkansas-mother-drives-herself-to-hospital-after-suffering-crossbow-wound
https://mylocalnews.us/crime-2/arkansas-mother-drives-herself-to-hospital-after-suffering-crossbow-wound/#respondSat, 02 Mar 2019 00:47:01 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=28846A 40-year-old mother in Arkansas was able to drive herself to the hospital despite being shot in the face with a crossbow.

The arrow was still lodged in the left side of Janet Partain’s face when she arrived at the hospital, severely injured but still conscious and able to speak.

According to local police in Cross County, Arkansas, Partain was allegedly shot in the face by Joseph Avellino, 34, at his property in Wynne, Arkansas. Partain had visited his home to confront him and accuse him of stealing unknown items from her nearby property.

Partain’s 15-year-old nephew and 14-year-old son accompanied her to Avellino’s residence. The police statement alleges the discussion escalated quickly, with Avellino grabbing a crossbow and taking aim at the mother and the two boys. Investigators say he fired one arrow, which pierced Partain’s face after she pushed the boys out of harm’s way.

Partain rushed herself to the hospital, and police arrived at Avellino’s residence and arrested him. He has since been charged with three counts of endangering the welfare of a minor as well as first-degree battery.

Doctors were able to successfully remove the arrow from Partain’s face on Monday, and she was released from the hospital the following day.

For more information, please visit the official website of the Cross County Sheriff’s Office HERE.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/crime-2/arkansas-mother-drives-herself-to-hospital-after-suffering-crossbow-wound/feed/0Paz Private Barrel Tequila Dinnerhttps://mylocalnews.us/community/paz-private-barrel-tequila-dinner/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=paz-private-barrel-tequila-dinner
https://mylocalnews.us/community/paz-private-barrel-tequila-dinner/#respondFri, 01 Mar 2019 23:27:16 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=28651Be the first to taste Paz Cantina’s private barrel of Tequila Corazón de Agave Añejo on Wednesday, March 27. A four-course menu is expertly paired with the fine-aged tequila. The reception begins at 6 p.m. and the dinner is at 6:30 p.m. Cost is $65 and seats are limited. Call 602-281-2930 for reservations. Paz Cantina is located at 330 E. Roosevelt St in Downtown Phoenix.

For more details, please visit the official website at: pazcantina.com

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/paz-private-barrel-tequila-dinner/feed/0Locally-owned MedSpa Celebrates 15 Yearshttps://mylocalnews.us/community/shop-local/locally-owned-medspa-celebrates-15-years/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=locally-owned-medspa-celebrates-15-years
https://mylocalnews.us/community/shop-local/locally-owned-medspa-celebrates-15-years/#respondFri, 01 Mar 2019 23:20:18 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=28842Derma Health Skin & Laser, locally-owned and operated since 2004, celebrates 15 year of service in the Valley. More than 50,000 patients have received treatments and services at the full-service medical spa. Derma Health offers laser, skin and body treatments, Botox, dermal fillers, body contouring and medical grade aesthetic services at its five Valley locations. The MedSpa is ranked as the top 1 percent in the nation by Allergan and is the No. 1 provider of facial fillers and Botox in the Southwest. Over 5,000 Botox and filler injections are administered each month.

“I started this journey to help women of all ages look as beautiful and vibrant on the outside as they do on the inside,” said Founder and CEO of Derma Health, Trish Gulbranson. “Our dedication to safety and quality care through highly-trained medical professionals, as well as educating and empowering clients, has created what we like to call the Derma Health difference.”

Staffed with doctors, registered nurses and aestheticians, Derma Health is committed to providing its personnel with ongoing training in the most advanced techniques in all services. The aestheticians alone have more than 73 years of combined experience. Staff members are not only focused on skin and physical appearance, but overall health and wellbeing too. Derma Health’s mission is to uplift, inspire and encourage people to be the very best they can be.

“My goal is to help patients reach their health, wellness and aesthetic goals safely and effectively,” said Dr. Margaret Husami, NMD, who works out of the Mesa location. “I believe in a holistic continuum of care from prevention to correction with the least invasive and most natural treatments possible to enhance beauty, inside and out.”

Rated the top 1 percent MedSpa in the nation and the No. 1 provider of facial fillers and Botox in the Southwest, Derma Health Skin & Laser has served over 50,000 patients in the Phoenix metropolitan area for 15 years. The locally-owned and operated full-service MedSpa is staffed with medical professionals who are both highly-trained and concerned with patient’s overall wellbeing. Derma Health has locations in Peoria, Paradise Valley, Ahwatukee, Chandler and Mesa. Follow Derma Health on Facebook at @dhiskin, Twitter at @dermahealth and Instagram at @derma.health. Learn more at dermahealthinstitute.com.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/shop-local/locally-owned-medspa-celebrates-15-years/feed/0Man Facing Murder Charges After Allegedly Removing Ankle Monitor and Killing His Motherhttps://mylocalnews.us/community/police-fire/man-facing-murder-charges-after-allegedly-removing-ankle-monitor-and-killing-his-mother/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=man-facing-murder-charges-after-allegedly-removing-ankle-monitor-and-killing-his-mother
https://mylocalnews.us/community/police-fire/man-facing-murder-charges-after-allegedly-removing-ankle-monitor-and-killing-his-mother/#respondFri, 01 Mar 2019 13:53:34 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=28839A disbarred Georgia attorney facing 30 years behind bars following his conviction for severe crimes such as theft and elder exploitation was left free for two weeks prior to his scheduled sentencing last month. This time was meant to allow him to get his affairs in order, but instead he allegedly removed his court-ordered ankle monitor, murdered his mother and went on the run.

At the time of the incident, the U.S. Marshals Service issued an alert regarding 44-year-old Richard V. Merritt, who was considered armed and dangerous. Authorities suspected he had fled the area in a 2009 silver Lexus RX350 missing from his mother’s home in Stone Mountain, Georgia. Shirley Vinson Merritt, 77, was found “violently killed,’ with her son the prime suspect in her slaying.

Merritt splashed hundreds of thousands on “lavish vacations and a Porsche” by using stolen funds from 2014-2017. He stole from clients after lying to them, reassuring these individuals that he was pursuing their legal claims even after he’d forged their signatures on settlement checks for lawsuits. He pocketed the money himself and went on spending sprees.

On January 18, Merritt pleaded guilty in Cobb County Superior Court to multiple counts of theft, forgery and elder exploitation. A Judge handed him a 30-year sentence, with 15 years in prison and the rest on probation. He was also ordered to pay $454,706 in restitution to his 17 innocent victims.

Merritt’s request for time to “get his affairs in order” before going back behind bars was granted, and he was given a strict deadline of 5 p.m. on Feb. 1 to turn himself in. Authorities planned to keep an eye on his movement’s in the meantime with the ankle monitor.

If Merritt did not show up to his scheduled sentencing, his probation would be revoked and he’d be ordered to serve the full 30 years in prison.

This came nearly a year after he gave up his bar license in January 2018. At the time of his sentencing, Meritt’s attorney David Willingham, said “My client did not set out in his legal career with evil intentions or with a plan to become a thief, liar and deceiver,” reports Law.com. “He developed into that person slowly over time and under the pressure, stress and anxiety associated with practicing law — as well as an addiction to alcohol.”

Several of his devastated victims testified against him, with some of the testimony including harsh statements and descriptions like “a professional con man” and “a mendacious scoundrel,” according to the district attorney’s office.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/police-fire/man-facing-murder-charges-after-allegedly-removing-ankle-monitor-and-killing-his-mother/feed/0Eastern Florida State College Celebrates Past Leadershttps://mylocalnews.us/community/education/eastern-florida-state-college-celebrates-past-leaders/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=eastern-florida-state-college-celebrates-past-leaders
https://mylocalnews.us/community/education/eastern-florida-state-college-celebrates-past-leaders/#respondFri, 01 Mar 2019 07:56:35 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=28836Eastern Florida State College in Melbourne, FL recently celebrated leaders from the past, present and future at a special event.

The new Student Union recently opened on the Melbourne campus, and it’s grand opening was celebrated with The Titans United Luncheon, organized by the EFSC Foundation. This organization provided a record 766 student scholarships in 2018.

The school is also pleased to introduce new academic programs to expand opportunities for students. Nearly 75 former members of the Foundation’s Board of Directors and the college’s Board of Trustees participated in the event, which include a tour of the Student Union and a special presentation of the building’s courtyard.

For more information, please visit the school’s official website HERE.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/education/eastern-florida-state-college-celebrates-past-leaders/feed/0Family Mourns Texas Woman Fatally Shot Setting Up Garage Salehttps://mylocalnews.us/community/family-mourns-texas-woman-fatally-shot-setting-up-garage-sale/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=family-mourns-texas-woman-fatally-shot-setting-up-garage-sale
https://mylocalnews.us/community/family-mourns-texas-woman-fatally-shot-setting-up-garage-sale/#respondThu, 28 Feb 2019 03:08:50 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=28673A family has been left heartbroken after a Texas woman was fatally shot while setting up for a garage sale last month.

29-year-old Elizabeth Barraza was excited for the sale, which she was hosting to raise money for a fifth anniversary trip with her beloved husband, Sergio. She was in the driveway of her Tomball home just prior to 7 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 25 when an unknown assailant approached.

The individual was recorded on a neighbor’s home security camera, which captured the suspect driving an older and dark-colored Nissan Frontier pickup truck. This person walked up the driveway and appeared to engaged Barraza in conversation before pulling out a gun and shooting her several times at point blank range. The suspect then fled from the scene, a cowardly act that has left her widowed husband and family devastated.

“I had to trade our fifth anniversary for her funeral,” Elizabeth Barraza’s husband Sergio Barraza told reporters at a news conference following her murder. “We need justice for Liz. I need justice for Liz. I love you, Liz.”

Police are continuing their investigation, including whether the killing was a random or premeditated attack. have not determined whether the suspect was male or female. The video footage is grainy, making it difficult to determine the killer’s sex and the nature of their interaction.

Barraza was rushed to Memorial Hermann hospital where she succumbed to her injuries. This is the same place where she and her husband routinely volunteered and gave back to their local community.

Sergio also told reporters about the last words he said to his wife. “I just left for work that morning and I am just happy that the last words I got to say to my beautiful wife [were], ‘I love you. And she said, ‘I love you too.’”

Barraza’s father Robert Nuelle also spoke at the news conference, saying his daughter was a“simple, kind and generous person” who enjoyed volunteering and had turned a “passion for Star Wars into countless smiles on the faces of sick children and adults desperately in need of them.” Barraza was “just hoping to sell a few things to make a little extra spending money for their fifth anniversary trip. They planned to leave on Sunday,” her father added. “He shot and killed an unarmed and defenseless young woman in a brutal act that demands justice. We never imagined a life without her. We still can’t and we never will.”

Crime Stoppers has offered a $20,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of Barraza’s murderer.

Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.

To donate to Barraza’s family, please visit the official GoFundMe page HERE.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/family-mourns-texas-woman-fatally-shot-setting-up-garage-sale/feed/0Beloved Snow Shuttle Helps Local Skiers, Snowboarders Make the Most of Snowbowlhttps://mylocalnews.us/sponsored-news-articles/beloved-snow-shuttle-helps-local-skiers-snowboarders-make-the-most-of-snowbowl/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=beloved-snow-shuttle-helps-local-skiers-snowboarders-make-the-most-of-snowbowl
https://mylocalnews.us/sponsored-news-articles/beloved-snow-shuttle-helps-local-skiers-snowboarders-make-the-most-of-snowbowl/#respondTue, 26 Feb 2019 10:41:36 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=28823If you’re an avid skier or snowboarder, or you’re a first-timer who’s always wanted to go to Snowbowl, you should meet ALEX. This fast and affordable transportation service is making a difference for local residents and visitors alike in the valley who want to get away to the state’s best ski resort.

A Brilliant Solution

As a division of Alpine Ski Club & Adventure Tours, ALEX is a brand new shuttle service that provides direct-to-the-mountain transportation as well as optional lift tickets from Phoenix to Snowbowl. In other words, ALEX is the fast-track to snow-town, and Operations Manager Craig Frooninckx couldn’t be more proud as he’s truly passionate about his work and fulfilling a need for the community.

“We love to ski and snowboard and wanted a safe way to take families from Phoenix to the closest and best snow resort in Arizona,” Craig said. “When we noticed that need was unment, we started to build the business to help others be able to spend the day enjoying Snowbowl and not worrying about traffic, parking and driving home after a full day.”

ALEX presents a unique opportunity to save time, money and stress by hopping onto a clean, comfortable bus for the journey north. This way, skiers, snowboarders and even first-time visitors that just want to enjoy the Snowbowl experience can truly make the most of their day, rather than spending hours behind the wheel.

Since operations commenced in October 2018, there’s been a growing list of dedicated customers who hop aboard ALEX frequently, and business is booming as more and more people come to love the convenience, comfort and affordability of this terrific transportation option. “Everything exceeded my expectations. The bus was nice and clean, and the day was well planned out. The bus driver also really impressed me,” said valued customer Brittany Knowles.

Accessible and Affordable

It’s no wonder why ALEX has become so popular in the valley. People love this awesome, easy and efficient way to get to their exciting destination. Two of the biggest priorities for ALEX operations are family-friendly and safety, says Craig. “We want an environment where high school kids can go on their own and parents and bring their kids without worrying about safety.”

If that wasn’t good enough, travelers can rest assured that the valley’s latest and greatest snow shuttle service is a true game-changer, especially because these modern, luxurious buses are some of the nicest and newest on the road today. ALEX is now thought of as a natural extension of the overall Snowbowl experience, as for just slightly more than the price of a lift ticket, riders can enjoy round-trip transportation aboard a bus “captained” by an experienced skier or snowboarder. These individuals bring a positive attitude, entertaining stories and helpful suggestions to ensure everyone has a fantastic day on the mountain.

Because bus captains have made this trip many times and are extremely familiar with the mountain, they can guide passengers toward the best runs for skiers and snowboarders of all ages and abilities. They can also point people in the right direction for delicious food and drinks after a day on the slopes.

As a reasonably priced and reliable resource, ALEX is quickly developing a great reputation for amazing service without delays or dramas. Families, couples and single riders of all ages will be happy they chose this hassle-free option of getting to Snowbowl, as they can meet new people and plan their adventure without worrying about driving.

Craig and the rest of the Alpine Express Team are so pleased with how their hard work has paid off thus far, and it makes them all happy to be serving families who wanted and needed a safe and reliable mode of transportation to reach Snowbowl. Every returning customer is a reminder of the special service they’ve created with passengers as the priority. “Parents feel comfortable bringing their children to have a nice day of skiing and snowboarding without worrying about road conditions or if the mountain will require chains,” Craig said. “We’re also guaranteed tickets, so if the mountain sells out, our customers will not be turned away for lift tickets. We’ve even got parents that are happy that their high school kids can go for the day without them!”

It’s understandable that not all valley drivers will be comfortable with the journey to Snowbowl, especially when you start thinking about vehicle condition and chains. Luckily, ALEX has everyone covered as all the drivers are experienced with snowy conditions and well-equipped in preparing vehicles for such travels! “It’s also nice knowing that you can rest or sleep on the drive home,” Craig said. “With our big 56 passenger coach buses, it’s very comfortable and relaxing for our clients.”

New and Growing Business

While the ALEX shuttle service may be relatively new to the scene, the experts who created it and continue to promote it’s growth have been involved in the skiing industry for a long time. This makes it possible for Alpine Express to provide exceptional customer service experiences, which Craig says is the most rewarding part of it all.

“We love getting calls about how great this service is, how people enjoyed the mountain and how good their trip was,” Craig said. “I also enjoy getting calls from those thinking about learning to ski or snowboard, helping them prepare for their first experience and later hearing how much fun they had.”

Another common customer review is that skiers and snowboarders wish they’d heard of ALEX sooner, and that they’ll be back for more fun and memorable adventures! As a relaxing and highly-recommended service, ALEX is now referred to as a “no-brainer” and even the “best way to get to Snowbowl for a day of fun on the slopes!”

Phenomenal Prices

The friendly staff of Alpine Express who are willing to go above and beyond have really impressed riders thus far. This may be because customer service is their focus and priority. “We follow up with customers to make sure everything met or exceeded their expectations,” Craig said. “We’re also working with groups like Boy and Girl Scouts, Fitness Groups, and other social groups, as well as partnering with employers to give their employees a benefit of discounted tickets.”

Since mid-November, ALEX has been running day trips on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, with prices starting at $40 per person with a lift ticket for the day. Discount group packages are available, and buses can be scheduled any day to accommodate large parties such as youth groups and ski clubs.

For more details, please feel free to reach out to Craig Frooninckx at craig@goalex.net or (602) 612-5100. You can also visit GoAlex.net to learn more, purchase tickets or to schedule a custom trip for your group.

Bowman is a longtime sustainability and communications executive who spent most of her business career at Duke Energy. Currently, she serves on the Board of Directors of Blue Cross North Carolina, Echo Health Ventures and Healthcare Trust of America and she recently returned to the LPGA as chief brand and communications officer. In this newly established position, Bowman oversees communications, public relations, television, website/digital, social media, branding, marketing and the LPGA’s creative department.

A panel of influential Valley community leaders will include Filippa McDougall, the new director of golf operations at the JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa, Jamie Rahaeuser, FSOP division manager at Swire Coca Cola and Valley radio personality Beth McDonald. Moderated by LPGA major champion and Golf Channel host Karen Stupples, guests will be able to participate in a Q&A style forum with the panelists.

McDougall earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and minored in English at Duke University, while also helping lead the Blue Devils to their first NCAA championship. After several years as a touring golf professional, she was promoted to head professional and most recently director of golf at the JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa.

Rahaeuser, an Arizona State University alum who majored in marketing, has been with Coca-Cola for seven years and currently manages the on-premise business for Arizona. Prior to this, she spent two years working for Bolthouse Farms and has been involved in Camp Kesem, a local nonprofit which she continues to support.

McDonald began her career in the Valley as a reporter and anchor after moving from Indiana. At KEZ, McDonald spent her career as a news reader and moved her way up to lead host of “Beth and Friends” which has been on the air for more than 30 years.

“The LPGA is a celebration of powerful women in golf and we’re excited to kick off the tournament with the help of these influential business leaders,” said Scott Wood, Bank of Hope Founders Cup tournament director. “It is our goal to advance and empower women, across industries, by connecting these featured guests with the next generation of leaders.”

At the networking event, guests will enjoy lunch before heading out to the course to watch the best female golfers in the world during the first round of the Bank of Hope Founders Cup. The day will end on the driving range with golf demonstrations and tips from LPGA teaching and club professionals, open to all skill levels.

Individual tickets are available for $140 or as a table for $1,000. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit. Go.lpga.com/phxtickets.com

The Bank of Hope Founders Cup, taking place from March 19 to 24, was created to honor the 13 women who founded the LPGA in 1950. Last year, a record performance by Olympic gold medalist Inbee Park clinched her 19th LPGA win at the 2018 Bank of Hope Founders Cup.

The LPGA is the world’s leading professional golf organization for women. Founded in 1950 and headquartered in Daytona Beach, Fla., the association celebrates a diverse and storied membership with more than 2,300 members representing more than 30 countries. With a vision to inspire, empower, educate and entertain by showcasing the very best of women’s golf, LPGA Tour Professionals compete across the globe, while the Symetra Tour, the official development and qualifying tour of the LPGA, consistently produces a pipeline of talent ready for the world stage. Additionally, LPGA Teaching and Club Professionals directly impact the game through teaching, coaching and management.

The LPGA demonstrates its dedication to the development of the game through The LPGA Foundation. Since 1991, this charitable organization has been committed to empowering and supporting girls and women through developmental, humanitarian and golf community initiatives, including LPGA*USGA Girls Golf, the LPGA Women’s Network and the LPGA Amateur Golf Association.

An Illinois man is facing charges in the death of his wife after he was recorded on home security footage closing the lid of their hot tub on her, leading to her drowning death.

58-year-old Eric Huska has been charged with involuntary manslaughter after 57-year-old wife Laura Huska was discovered unresponsive at the couple’s residence on Saturday night, according to a news release from police in Wheeling, IL. The news release revealed that authorities had located outdoor home security cameras that recorded the moments leading up to Laura’s death.

The recording apparently shows the couple drinking together in the hot tub before Laura tries unsuccessfully to get out of the tub, become “distressed.” At that point, her husband appears to attempt to help her prior to allegedly pulling the hot tub’s lid over her, partially closing it. The release reports that Laura appears to struggle against the lid, and eventually she stops resisting as her husband walks back into their home.

Ninety minutes later, Huska reappears and opens the hot tub lid to find his wife “floating unresponsive inside the closed hot tub,” according to the release.

Huska’s motive remains unclear, and he called 911 at 6:45 p.m. First responders were unsuccessful in their attempts to revive Laura, and she was transported to a local hospital where she was pronounced dead. An autopsy performed by the Cook County medical examiner found that Laura died fro drowning by entrapment.

For more information, please visit the official police department website HERE.

This is the first time that two industry icons will co-produce the 18-year-old expo. ISE will focus on the outdoor and boat exhibits and activities, while GS Events will manage the huge RV portion, which will feature:

The new 200,000-square-foot pavilion, sponsored by Progressive, will be filled with the latest RV brands and models from major manufacturers and top RV dealers;

On-site RV and camping packages for event patrons looking to stay on the expansive WestWorld grounds;

RV seminars and clinics to educate prospective, new and experienced RV owners;

Factory experts from RV manufacturers to explain new models and features and answer questions;

Test-drive course allowing attendees to try out the latest RVs;

Special show pricing for Good Sam Club members;

International Sportsmen’s Expositions CEO/President Brian Layng said: “With the convergence of the outdoor sports, recreation and camping markets, and the versatility of today’s recreational vehicles, we were looking for an opportunity to expand the RV portion of the show. There is no better partner than GS Media & Events. Our three-year joint sponsorship agreement will bring consumers the newest and best in outdoor and recreational vehicles at our WestWorld expo.”

Vilma Fraguada, GS Media & Events President of Consumer Shows, stated: “The Arizona International Sportsmen’s Boat & RV Expo is the state’s largest outdoor show. We are excited to partner with the ISE team to significantly expand and enhance the RV exhibits and RV experiences at this marquee event.”

The 2019 expo will feature RV and marine dealers from Arizona and the Southwest, along with more than 200 companies occupying indoor and outdoor exhibits.

Seminars and special show features will entertain and educate attendees who want to improve their outdoor skills and research and book an adventure in the United States and overseas. Test-drive courses will allow attendees to ride-and-drive the latest trucks and offroad vehicles, in addition to recreational vehicles.

Founded in 1975, International Sportsmen’s Expositions events spotlight fishing, hunting and outdoor products and destinations worldwide in the key western markets of Denver, Sacramento, Salt Lake City, in addition to Scottsdale. The Arizona Boat Show, part of the ISE for five years, was launched at Cardinal Stadium in Glendale before the expo expanded to WestWorld of Scottsdale.

About GS Media & Events

GS Media & Events owns or operates more than 30 recreation-focused consumer shows across the RV, camping, outdoor, boat and marine categories throughout America. Their multi-dealer RV shows and RV Adventure Travel Shows present a wide variety of motorized RVs, travel trailers and folding campers as well as seminars by industry professionals and organizations.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/international-sportsmens-expositions-and-gs-media-and-events-partner/feed/0Artist Co-working Space Hosts Inaugural Pop-up Fairhttps://mylocalnews.us/community/artist-co-working-space-hosts-inaugural-pop-up-fair/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=artist-co-working-space-hosts-inaugural-pop-up-fair
https://mylocalnews.us/community/artist-co-working-space-hosts-inaugural-pop-up-fair/#respondSat, 23 Feb 2019 13:40:12 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=28776SCOTTSDALE – The Creative Center of Scottsdale, a co-working space dedicated only to artists, is hosting its first pop-up art fair to celebrate its third anniversary. The free event, happening on Saturday, March 9 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., will feature the work of local artists and the center’s current tenants for sale.

The center, which opened in February of 2016, is home to creatives of all genres including painters, photographers and clothing designers.

“We’re excited to open our doors to the public, who will get to experience the incredible art of our tenants and community members,” said center owner Michelle Biely. “The fair is a celebration of the amazing work these artists create.”

The Creative Center of Scottsdale, located on 3616 N. Scottsdale Rd., provides open workspaces, private offices, daily meeting areas, an outdoor event courtyard and a second-story patio to sole proprietors and artists of all kinds. The 4,000 square foot center is located in the heart of Old Town Scottsdale in what was Mandall’s Shooting Supplies. They can be found on Facebook, Instagram and creativecenterscottsdale.com.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/spring-break-youth-camp-at-aawl/feed/0Chris Hardwick at CB Livehttps://mylocalnews.us/community/chris-hardwick-at-cb-live/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=chris-hardwick-at-cb-live
https://mylocalnews.us/community/chris-hardwick-at-cb-live/#respondSat, 23 Feb 2019 01:09:59 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=28769Chris Hardwick is a comedian, actor, TV host, author, writer, producer, podcaster and pop culture enthusiast. He is perhaps best known for his work on the two-time Emmy Award-winning Comedy Central show, @midnight, which he hosted throughout the duration of its 600 episodes. His widely popular podcast, Id10t, attracts some of the world’s most influential people including Sir PaulMcCartney, Jordan Peele, Tom Hanks, Bill Gates, Jamie Lee Curtis, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Jodie Foster, and Clare Danes.

When:

March 29; 7:30 p.m & 10:00 p.m.

March 30; 7:00 p.m. & 9:30 p.m.

Where: CB Live

All sales are final. You must be 21+ to attend this show and a valid photo ID is required.

Show times are subject to change.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/chris-hardwick-at-cb-live/feed/0Frank Caliendo at CB Livehttps://mylocalnews.us/community/frank-caliendo-at-cb-live/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=frank-caliendo-at-cb-live
https://mylocalnews.us/community/frank-caliendo-at-cb-live/#respondFri, 22 Feb 2019 01:17:55 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=28766Comedian, actor, and impressionist Frank Caliendo has been making people laugh his entire life. He is well known for his impressions of famous personalities Donald Trump, Morgan Freeman, Al Pacino, Robin Williams, Robert DeNiro; politicians George W. Bush, Bill Clinton, Barack Obama; broadcasters John Madden, Charles Barkley and Jon Gruden; and talk show hosts Dr. Phil, Jay Leno, and David Letterman.

Where: CB Live

When: March 15

Time: 7:30 p.m.

Seating is first come, first serve, unless otherwise stated. All sales are final. You must be 21+ to attend this show and a valid photo ID is required.

There will be raffle tickets to buy for a chance to win some amazing items.

PSA is an all volunteer non-profit organization that offers dynamic and constantly evolving educational offerings to screenwriters and filmmakers in Arizona. Bringing industry leaders out for classes and workshops costs money, as does having a website, paying insurance, and other typical business expenses.

All sales are final. You must be 21+ to attend this show and a valid photo ID is required.

Show times are subject to change.

Where: CB Live

When: March 27, 2019

Time: 7:30 p.m.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/comedy-night-benefiting-phoenix-screenwriters-association/feed/0‘The Girl With No Job’ comes to Phoenixhttps://mylocalnews.us/community/events-community/the-girl-with-no-job-comes-to-phoenix/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-girl-with-no-job-comes-to-phoenix
https://mylocalnews.us/community/events-community/the-girl-with-no-job-comes-to-phoenix/#respondThu, 21 Feb 2019 11:58:55 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=28760Claudia Oshry Soffer is the creator of the breakout Instagram account @girlwithnojob. Oshry, 24, is a former New York University student who’s made a career on social media about not wanting a job. She’s amassed a female-millennial-skewing audience of more than 4 million followers online, including 2.9 million on Instagram.

Claudia is evolving into a buzz worthy comic. Her current DIRTY JEANS Tour regularly sells out theatres and clubs across the country. Oshryalso hosts and produces the entertainment news show, THE MORNING TOAST, alongside her sister Jackie which is streamed live on YouTube and Facebook weekday mornings. Oshry has been featured on THE TODAY SHOW, THE STEVE HARVEY SHOW, VH1’s CANDIDLY NICOLE and TLC’s SAY YES TO THE DRESS. She was nominated for a 2016 People’s Choice Award for Favorite Social Media Star and the 2016 Shorty Awards’ Instagrammer of the Year, and also was named to Vogue’s 2015 Best 15 Instagram Accounts and Tech Insider’s 2015 Top 50 People on the Internet.

All sales are final. You must be 21+ to attend this show and a valid photo ID is required.

Show times are subject to change.

When: March 21 & 22

Time: 7:30 p.m.

Where: CB Live

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/events-community/the-girl-with-no-job-comes-to-phoenix/feed/0Who? Weekly: Ally Maine at CB Livehttps://mylocalnews.us/community/who-weekly-ally-maine-at-cb-live/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=who-weekly-ally-maine-at-cb-live
https://mylocalnews.us/community/who-weekly-ally-maine-at-cb-live/#respondThu, 21 Feb 2019 10:26:44 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=28754Ally Maine may have not gotten to do that European tour, but nothing can stop Who? Weekly from embarking on a trip across the U.S.A. Everything you need to know about the celebrities you don’t, Who? Weekly is the podcast that delves into the ‘Whos’ and ‘Thems’ of the pop culture landscape—asking the question on all of our minds: “Who?” Join hosts Lindsey and Bobby as they wade through Daily Mail headlines and dive deep into celebrity conspiracy theories galore. You may even learn what Rita Ora’s up to.

All sales are final. You must be 21+ to attend this show and a valid photo ID is required.

“Her act has the feel of that wonderful moment at the end of a party when you are left alone to gossip with your best friend about the horrible and ridiculous things that just went on. Though delivered in an effortless conversational style, her comedy has the meticulous detail that can come only from repetition and experience.” – New York Times

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]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/jen-kirkman-at-cb-live/feed/0Russell Peters Live at CBLivehttps://mylocalnews.us/community/events-community/russell-peters-live-at-cblive/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=russell-peters-live-at-cblive
https://mylocalnews.us/community/events-community/russell-peters-live-at-cblive/#respondWed, 20 Feb 2019 06:25:24 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=28749The Canadian comedian, who is of Anglo-Indian descent, broke out in 2004 when his set on Canada’s Comedy Now! went viral. Peters, who has sold out arenas such as Madison Square Garden and Wembley Stadium, is on the U.S. leg of his Deported world tour, which already has played for more than 200,000 people in 29 cities across 20 countries.

Seating is first come, first serve, unless otherwise stated.

All sales are final. You must be 21+ to attend this show and a valid photo ID is required.

Showtimes are subject to change.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/events-community/russell-peters-live-at-cblive/feed/0Gary Gulman Live at CB Livehttps://mylocalnews.us/community/gary-gulman-live-at-cb-live/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=gary-gulman-live-at-cb-live
https://mylocalnews.us/community/gary-gulman-live-at-cb-live/#respondWed, 20 Feb 2019 06:06:53 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=28738Originally from Boston, Gary Gulman has been a scholarship college football player, an accountant, and a high school teacher. Now he is one of the most popular touring comics and one of only a handful of comedians to perform on every single late-night talk show. Gary’s TV credits include “Last Comic Standing,” “Inside Amy Schumer,” and currently on HBO’s “Crashing” and HBO’s new series “2 Dope Queens.” His 3 stand-up specials are streaming now on Netflix and Amazon.

Gary’s TV credits include “Last Comic Standing,” “Inside Amy Schumer,” and currently on HBO’s “Crashing” and HBO’s new series “2 Dope Queens.” His 3 stand-up specials are streaming now on Netflix and Amazon.

Seating is first come, first serve, unless otherwise stated.

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]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/gary-gulman-live-at-cb-live/feed/0Mellow B Entertainment presents Comedy TKOhttps://mylocalnews.us/community/mellow-b-entertainment-presents-comedy-tko/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=mellow-b-entertainment-presents-comedy-tko
https://mylocalnews.us/community/mellow-b-entertainment-presents-comedy-tko/#respondWed, 20 Feb 2019 03:55:52 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=28735Mellow B Entertainment presents Comedy TKO. Comedy TKO combines many of the premiere local comedians with an amazing band The Aaron Nelson Project. We are excited to bring local comedy to the BRAND NEW state of the art facility CB Live. We look forward to bringing many more unique events to CB Live while creating opportunities for local comedians to grow!! The Aaron Nelson Project is scheduled to perform from 7-8pm followed by comedians entertaining you until 9:30.

Seating is first come, first serve, unless otherwise stated.

All sales are final. You must be 21+ to attend this show and must have valid photo ID.

Showtimes are subject to change.

Management reserves the right to release your tickets / seats if you do not arrive by scheduled showtime.

]]>https://mylocalnews.us/community/mellow-b-entertainment-presents-comedy-tko/feed/0Dévyan DuMon to Perform in Phoenixhttps://mylocalnews.us/community/devyan-dumon-to-perform-in-phoenix/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=devyan-dumon-to-perform-in-phoenix
https://mylocalnews.us/community/devyan-dumon-to-perform-in-phoenix/#respondWed, 20 Feb 2019 02:16:49 +0000https://mylocalnews.us/?p=28732Dévyan DuMon is one of those performers that truly makes it look easy, but ask him & he’ll tell you he’s working hard for the money. “Onstage, I’m like a duck, cool & calm on top, but paddling like hell underneath.” Tackling topics from the politically ridiculous, to the socially riotous, he’ll put a spark in your heart, & a smile on your face. “Look, whatever bothers ya is GOING to catch up with you. Either let it out as a laugh now or as a gray hair later.”

FEATURING:

– RICHARD VINES

– JOSH GRAVES

– ANWAR NEWTON

– MICHAEL TURNER

Seating is first come, first serve, unless otherwise stated. All sales are final.

You must be 21+ to attend this show. Valid photo ID required.

Showtimes are subject to change.

Management reserves the right to release your tickets / seats if you do not arrive by scheduled showtime.info@cblive.com